Associate, Northern Latin America

McLarty Associates is seeking a bright, resourceful, highly organized individual to serve as a full-time associate to support the firm’s Northern Latin America practice. We are seeking an individual for a June start. This position is based in Washington, D.C. and the associate will be expected to work in-person at least three days a week.

Essential duties and responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:

• providing administrative support to the Northern Latin America practice director (coordinating and maintaining schedules, completing expense reports, event planning, making travel arrangements, etc.);
• conducting extensive research and analysis of economic, political, security, trade, technology, public policy, and business issues;
• writing memos, compiling biographies, and preparing presentations for the firm and clients;
• assisting with business development efforts by drafting corporate profiles and business proposals;
• monitoring regional news outlets;
• attending and reporting on speeches, panel discussions, and policy forums of interest to the firm and clients;
• assisting with intern hiring and supervision;
• other duties as assigned.
   

We are seeking individuals who are:

• accomplished researchers;
• excellent writers and editors;
• inclined to take initiative and anticipate the needs of the director and team;
• attentive to details;
• exceptionally organized with an independent and creative nature;
• strong critical thinkers;
• able to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner whether working independently or as part of a team;
• able to manage and adapt to changing priorities;
• able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, mature judgment, and confidentiality;
• able to remain poised under pressure and juggle multiple projects at a time;
• proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, and other social media and business applications.

Ideal candidates for this position possess an understanding of the economic, cultural, business, and political dynamics in Latin America. Applicants should have a robust background, demonstrated interest, and/or experience living or studying in Latin America. The associate must have complete fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English and Spanish. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and be legally authorized to work in the United States. 

Interested applicants must submit an application that includes:

• Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience and skills;
• Resume; and
• Short Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating strong research and concise writing on issues related to Latin America, international politics, or political economy.

Please compile all application materials into one PDF document.

We will accept applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.