Legislative Assistant

Overview

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an employment opportunity for a Legislative Assistant in the Government Law & Policy team. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, and an innovative and collaborative environment. This role is based in our Austin office on an in-office basis with an option to work remotely one day a week.

Join our Government Law & Policy team as a Legislative Assistant. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, excellent communication skills, and a client-focused mindset. You will take initiative, be adaptable, and work with resilience to support the team and clients. This role requires initiative, accountability, responsiveness, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Position Summary:

Greenberg Traurig’s Government Law & Policy team is seeking a highly organized and results-focused Legislative Assistant to support a dynamic government affairs practice. This role serves as a critical operational and coordination partner to a team of attorneys and lobbyists, helping manage scheduling, communications, reporting, legislative tracking, and daily workflow processes. This position may require extended hours during the Texas Legislative Session and other peak periods when team support is essential.

• Manages daily operational and administrative support for the Government Law & Policy team
• Coordinates meetings, events, and stakeholder engagements, including scheduling, logistics, materials, and follow-up
• Tracks legislation throughout the legislative process, including bill referrals, hearings, committee actions, amendments, floor activity, deadlines, and final disposition using legislative tracking platforms, including Telicon and Texas Legislature Online (TLO)
• Monitors and circulates newly filed legislation, committee notices, hearing information, and legislative updates throughout the legislative session
• Prepares concise, accurate, and timely summaries of committee proceedings, agency activity, floor debate, and legislative developments for internal and client distribution

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong judgment and discretion in handling confidential information
• Demonstrated professionalism, responsiveness, and commitment to client service
• Ability to think critically, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to coordinate projects, logistics, and operational workflows across multiple stakeholders

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Prior legislative, government affairs, political, or public policy experience
• Experience with legislative tracking platforms

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience supporting professionals, executives, or client-facing teams in a dynamic work environment
• Understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, data privacy, accuracy, verification, and ethical considerations in a professional services environment
• Familiarity with AI platforms (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar tools) and ability to incorporate them responsibly into day-to-day workflows
• Proactive learning and adaptation to AI and related technologies to contribute to a culture of innovation

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.