Director, Research

PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia. PLUS Communications leads award-winning campaigns integrating public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising, and media buying. PLUS means more!

Looking for an experienced opposition researcher for our DC-based firm. Working within the Competitive Intelligence practice, the Director will:

• Prepare research documents and backgrounders for use in client advertising and new business pitches
• Build out opposition research books on issues, organizations and political candidates
• Manage a team of several analysts, ensuring quality control for client deliverables
• Maintain the firm’s research documents and database
• Pull campaign finance reports and analyze voting records
• Real-time monitor clients, issues and items of interest to clients
• Conduct bias analysis and vetting as needed
• Generate research support for client deliverables, such as op-eds and press releases

Requirements

Ideal candidates will meet the following requirements:

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in political & opposition research. This is NOT an entry level position.
• Previous experience in RNC-style formatting is a plus and a keen eye for detail
• Strong research, writing and editing skills
• Experience using databases (LexisNexis, IQ Media, Critical Mention, FEC, Bloomberg Gov) and research methods
• Past experience in FOIA and state-level information requests
• High understanding of local, regional and national politics and current events
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work as part of a team
• Able to multitask high priority projects on tight deadlines
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Adaptive and flexible to changing needs of the workplace

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation and paid sick leave. In addition, we have a work from home hybrid environment.

PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.