Law & Policy
Policy Analyst
Policy Analysts turn evidence into decisions that affect a lot of people.
A day in the life
- 9:00 AMMorning scan
- 10:30 AMAnalysis
- 1:00 PMStakeholder call
What you'll do
- Research an issue and its evidence base
- Model the impact of policy options
- Write briefs and memos for decision-makers
- Engage stakeholders and coalitions
- Track legislation and regulation
Skills that matter
ResearchWritingData analysisStakeholder managementConcision
Entry-level roles
Policy Analyst · Legislative Aide · Research Associate · Government Affairs Associate
$55k–$80k entry-level
Why ZEIRO thinks this fits you
You care about how decisions get made at scale, and you can argue with evidence.