LCAT 23-US Liaison Officer

Job#: 3051987

Job Description:

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

US Liaison Officer to US Congress

Location: Washington, District of Columbia (Onsite)

Clearance: Customer requires all consultants to hold a minimum of an Active Secret

Role Overview

We are seeking a U.S. Liaison Officer to the U.S. Congress. This role involves monitoring and analyzing the U.S. defense budget process, tracking congressional defense reforms, and providing strategic reporting on legislative activities relevant to NATO. The position requires managing relationships with Members of Congress, coordinating with U.S. executive agencies, and supporting engagement strategies within Washingtons policy communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze the U.S. defense budget process, highlighting implications for NATO.
• Track ongoing Congressional defense reforms and assess their impact on NATO transformation.
• Provide strategic reporting on Congressional debates and decisions concerning Ukraine and broader Euro-Atlantic security.
• Assess budget issues linked to the U.S. troop presence in Europe, with specific attention to burden-sharing debates.
• Analyze the political dynamics of defense-related legislation, identifying key influencers and agendas.
• Plan and conduct informal engagements with legislators and staffers to promote organizational visibility.
• Manage relationships with Members of Congress and provide tailored briefings on organizational priorities.
• Coordinate with U.S. executive agencies, NATO missions, and Allied embassies to ensure message coherence.
• Produce regular reports on Congressional trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Contribute to the organizations wider engagement strategy with think tanks, academia, and policy communities in Washington.
• Perform additional duties as directed in support of Political Military engagement.
• Travel within the United States and to NATO headquarters as required, for up to 30 days per year.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

• At least two years of experience working with or within the U.S. Congress on defense, appropriations, and foreign policy issues.
• A proven track record in a government relations position, with demonstrated ability to manage a legislative portfolio and navigate the legislative process.
• Strong expertise in defense policy, international security, and Political-Military affairs.
• In-depth knowledge of the U.S. Congressional process, including authorization and appropriations cycles.

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with elected officials, policymakers, and key staff.
• Ability to work and communicate with colleagues across departments to convey the organizations message.
• Ability to represent the organization and advocate its policy positions to Congress and other stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and implement long- and short-term action plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with personnel in Congressional and federal agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex political and budgetary information into actionable recommendations.
• Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment while contributing to a team-oriented culture.
• U.S. nationality and fluency in English at C1 level or higher.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree or higher in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Law, or a similar field. An undergraduate degree with demonstrated Congressional staff experience will also be considered.
• Familiarity with NATO structures, priorities, and transformation agenda.
• Previous experience in liaison, advisory, or diplomatic roles.
• Previous experience in the U.S. Department of State or another relevant federal agency.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Washington, DC, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

September 14, 2026

Pay Range:

$85 - $105 per hour

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