Job Description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Government Law & Policy practice group as a Legislative Assistant

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience.

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has a temporary employment opportunity for two Legislative Assistants in the Government Law & Policy practice group of our Tallahassee office.


Position Summary:

The Legislative Assistant will support the Government Law & Policy department and provide a wide range of administrative, secretarial, and document processing services. This role will be 40 hours a week, and candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitors legislative committee meetings and writes committee summaries
• Tracks legislation including: sending out newly-filed bills and e-filing them into the office's bill tracking system, i.e., Lobbytools.
• Monitors the release of and disseminates legislative committee information
• Assists in maintaining legislative calendars for lobbyists
• Completes lobbyist registration forms
• Generates lobbyist and client bill reports
• Monitors coverage of the Florida House and Senate during the session months, and other legislative-related duties
• Prepares a summary of committee debate and action suitable for dissemination
• Assists with other Government Law & Policy activities/special projects as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
• Work efficiently with the ability to multi-task and set priorities while maintaining and delivering the highest quality work product accurately and timely
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines, effectively prioritize multiple tasks

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience is preferred
• Previous legislative experience preferred

Technology

• Working knowledge of Lobbytools
• Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
• Understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and responsible use in a professional environment.
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, firm-approved AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar platforms) to support daily workflow and/or improve work quality.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move from workstation or desk throughout the work area to work independently or with a team to meet with colleagues or supervisor and retrieve work assignments.
• This position may also be sedentary and require the employee to sit for extended periods of time.
• Requires manual dexterity to use a phone, enter data into a computer, handle objects, and use office equipment.

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

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work at office, Flexible hours

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