Produce timely federal, state, and local policy analysis and written deliverables for client portfolios. Use FiscalNote tools and data, apply feedback, manage multiple deadlines, support client meetings, and relay product feedback to internal teams while adopting AI-assisted workflows to improve efficiency and quality.
About the Position
FiscalNote is hiring a Policy Analyst to serve as a core member of our Professional Services team and a trusted resource for our clients. Policy Analysts are curious, detail-oriented, and self-motivated — they thrive on staying current with legislative and regulatory developments and translating complex policy into clear, actionable insights. In this role, you will support a portfolio of clients across issue areas, executing high-quality analytical work with accuracy and consistency. You will be a critical participant in day-to-day client delivery, taking ownership of your work and building the foundational expertise and habits that define a strong career at FiscalNote.
About the Professional Services Team
Our Professional Services team is the consulting arm of FiscalNote— the human-in-the-loop that helps clients get the most out of their engagement, primarily through U.S. federal and state legislative and regulatory analysis. We build and support offerings across our core product portfolio and custom client engagements, partnering closely with Business Development and Account Management to deliver projects that help clients work smarter. We're a dynamic, hard-working team that thrives on constant learning, ownership, and growth.
About You
- You have a passion for policy — at the federal, state, or local level — and a genuine curiosity about how legislation and regulation shape the world.
- You are a strong writer and communicator who can synthesize complex information for a wide range of audiences, from analysts to executives.
- You are organized, reliable, and take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work on time — even when juggling competing priorities.
- You seek out feedback, apply it quickly, and are committed to building your skills and growing your career.
- You are a team player who contributes positively to those around you and takes accountability for your own work and outcomes.
- You are comfortable working with technology and data, and you are open to adopting new tools — including AI-assisted workflows — to improve efficiency and output quality.
The salary range for this position is $52,000 - 59,500 per year.
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What To Expect In This Position
- Independently produce accurate, on-time policy analysis for assigned jurisdictions or issue areas, covering federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory developments.
- Deliver recurring written outputs — summaries, trackers, reports, and briefings — that meet quality standards with routine review and guidance from senior team members.
- Demonstrate reliable use of FiscalNote tools, data sources, and standard delivery workflows to execute client work efficiently.
- Apply feedback consistently to improve the accuracy, structure, and clarity of your work across deliverables.
- Manage your personal workload across multiple deadlines without delivery slippage, flagging risks or blockers early.
- Join client calls and meetings to support senior team members in managing client relationships and communicating on project status.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and in internal discussions, using established formats and templates.
- Become an expert in FiscalNote’s current products and solutions, contributing to the delivery of new technical and professional services offerings over time.
- Relay client and product feedback to product, engineering, and go-to-market teams to inform continuous improvement.
What Sets You Apart
- 1–3 years of relevant professional experience in policy research, government, consulting, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex policy analysis in clear, audience-appropriate formats.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- A strong interest in the intersection of politics, policy, and technology.
- A Bachelor’s degree in political science, government, economics, public policy, or a related subject.
- Experience using data to support analysis and communicate targeted, concise insights.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to learn new tools and workflows quickly.
- Comfort working alongside AI-assisted tools and a willingness to adopt new workflows that improve speed and quality.
- Experience working in a client-focused or customer service-oriented environment preferred.
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply!
When applying to FiscalNote, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Our Recruiting team maintains awareness of all open roles which means your application may be assessed against multiple positions and we will reach out to gauge your interest in other opportunities as appropriate. Questions or concerns? Contact [email protected], we'd be happy to connect!
As part of FiscalNote's commitment to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with medical conditions or disabilities that will enable their access to the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please send an email to [email protected] to let us know the nature of your request.
About FiscalNote
FiscalNote is a leader in policy and global intelligence. By uniquely combining data, technology, and insights, FiscalNote empowers customers with critical insights and the tools to turn them into action.
Home to CQ, FrontierView, VoterVoice, and many other industry-leading brands, FiscalNote helps organizations stay ahead of political and business risk.
At FiscalNote, We Lead with Values
Know your Audience ∙ Find the Truth ∙ Drive Alignment ∙ Level Up ∙ Own the Job ∙ Bias for Action ∙ Support the Family
Company Benefits
FiscalNote supports our people by enabling team members with flexibility and benefits to promote well-being and balance, ensuring all FiscalNoters can bring their authentic selves to work. We start by offering competitive salaries, retirement accounts, and equity packages to ensure we’re all FN owners. Plus, our comprehensive benefits packages align with regional requirements and expectations no matter where you are located across the globe. Learn more at https://careers.fiscalnote.com/benefits/.
FiscalNote values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. FiscalNote is an EEOC employer.
FiscalNote uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.DHS.gov/E-Verify.
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