Job Description
Who are we?
At Leadership Connect, we believe that relationships are everything in business and in life. Founded by two former CEOs of S&P 500 companies and a former presidential press secretary, our premier information service is built for developing relationships that impact decisions in government, business, and media. Utilizing deep research expertise and cutting-edge technology, we help our clients win business and influence policy across various specialties and verticals. We are a close-knit team dedicated to helping each of our users make a difference.
Leadership Connect is seeking a highly motivated and articulate Outreach Associate to join our Data Science team. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate federal workforce data by engaging with government agencies year-round.
Core Functions of the Role:
Engage with federal staff to confirm and update office rosters
Conduct outreach via phone and email to verify employee names, contact information, and employment status
Accurately track and share information promptly
Develop and manage your own daily workflow
Communicate challenges proactively and help identify solutions
Strong communicator who builds rapport easily across multiple channels—including phone, email, and social platforms.
You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy connecting with people.
Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple relationships simultaneously
Persistence, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset
A curiosity-driven approach with a desire to learn and improve existing processes
Strong technical aptitude—you can quickly learn new tools and platforms
Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, and Outlook (Preferred)
Knowledge of federal government structure and hierarchy (Preferred)
$40,000 - $44,000 a year
To attract and engage high-level professionals, it is crucial to showcase our expertise, experience, and commitment to fostering valuable connections. We understand the importance of transparency when it comes to salary matters. Our research and analysis of the Washington DC market serve as the foundation for determining appropriate salary ranges. However, we also recognize that factors like location, experience, skills alignment, and other compensation considerations may influence these ranges. At Leadership Connect, we place a strong emphasis on open communication and adaptability to ensure fair and competitive compensation. We invite talented individuals to join our team and help us create a workforce that is motivated and empowered to achieve new levels of success.
What is it like to work here?
We foster an environment that encourages all our team members to excel by offering competitive compensation for top talent. We believe in creating a friendly and enjoyable workplace, with regular team-building events, happy hours, and more. Transparency is key within our company, and we hold weekly town halls led by our CEO to address questions regarding business plans, product direction, and company goals. In addition, we provide flexible PTO policies to ensure you can enjoy your time outside the office and focus on your personal life.
Everyone from full-stack developers to data scientists, former Hill staffers, and sales professionals help shape our in-depth people intelligence.
There is never a dull moment in our Washington, D.C. headquarters. People come from all over the world to join forces at Leadership Connect. We currently have teams working remotely and in-office and often get together for rooftop happy hours, exploring a brand new office, and meeting all the new hires on our growing team.
Want to join our amazing team?
Benefits/Rewards:
Awesome medical insurance plan
Dental Insurance
Life & Disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Unlimited PTO!
Eleven Paid Holidays
$3,000 Employee Referral Program
Employer contribution to 401(k) plan
Rewards and recognition programs
If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we still want to hear from you! Leadership Connect is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Leadership Connect we focus on evaluation based on key competencies needed for success in the position. We look forward to receiving your application!
Leadership Connect is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
