Research Assistant

Baron is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to work directly with firm leadership to advance mission-critical initiatives that drive growth, research, and strategic priorities. The position combines analysis, coordination, and initiative, and is ideal for an individual who thrives on responsibility, precision, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

ABOUT BARON

Baron Public Affairs, LLC equips corporate and government leaders to anticipate and manage the forces that shape the competitive landscape. Applying a methodology focused on mastering the strategic competition of interests, Baron advises some of the nation’s most prominent organizations, including members of the Fortune 50 and the U.S. Department of Defense.

Baron operates at the intersection of policy, business, and strategy, where analytical precision and speed of execution matter equally. The Research Assistant will work closely with senior leadership to pursue initiatives central to the firm’s growth and strategic direction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support firm leadership across a portfolio of strategic initiatives spanning research, business development, and project management
• Examine policy, corporate, and stakeholder developments to inform firm and client strategy
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and briefing materials for senior audiences
• Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and follow-up for engagements with clients and internal teams
• Maintain organized systems for tracking opportunities, contacts, and deliverables
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of firmwide strategic initiatives
• Play a central role in turning strategic concepts into operational outcomes, ensuring ideas move from design to execution with precision and purpose 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Disciplined execution and exceptional attention to detail
• Sharp analytical judgment and the ability to write with clarity and conviction
• Intellectual curiosity and the capacity to learn rapidly across new issues and industries
• Agility to pivot between research, coordination, and execution as priorities shift
• Poise and precision under pressure
• Initiative – seeing what needs to be done and doing it without direction
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, leadership, and external partners

COMPENSATION

• Base salary of $68,000 to $78,000 annually, depending on experience
• Baron does not sponsor work visas and requires the ability to work in-person in Washington D.C.

APPLICATION

Interested candidates should submit a writing sample, cover letter, transcript, and resume.  The writing sample should demonstrate excellent writing skills on a political or policy topic.  The application deadline is November 17, 2025, with a start date of January 2026.