Consultant Talent Network

Ballast Research | Consultant Talent Network

www.ballastresearch.com

Ballast Research

Ballast Research is a growing consulting, research, and data firm that helps government affairs professionals improve their advocacy to federal and state policymakers. Ballast works with clients across the private, public, and social sector to create in-depth quantitative and qualitative research, benchmarking, and other diagnostic tools that enhance strategic planning.

Our Culture

Ballast has a collaborative and collegial culture. Ballast Research offers an environment where hard working, entrepreneurial, and kind people thrive. We are seeking an entrepreneurial, energetic, innovative, and driven individual with deep intellectual curiosity and a passion for policy and solving complex challenges to join our team. 

The Consulting Team

Our Consulting Team serves a diverse portfolio of Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, and nonprofits looking to forge more productive partnerships with those in government. Our consultants provide direct feedback from policymakers to government relations professionals, improving advocates’ ability to understand, validate, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their engagement. 

Across the consulting team, the most successful candidates have the following qualifications: 

• Client service experience in public affairs, government affairs, or communications consulting
• Ability to serve multiple client accounts simultaneously, with a focus on building meaningful client relationships
• Experience with data analysis and visualization and presentation creation
• A strong understanding of the DC government affairs landscape
• Attention to detail and enthusiasm to learn and grow

If you are interested in joining Ballast Research’s Talent Network to be considered for future openings on our Consulting Team, please apply below!