Overview:
Wellington Advocacy seeks a Senior Consultant to join our Federal Practice. Reporting to the Business Line Head, the Senior Consultant will represent industry-leading companies, non-profits, and brands on federal files.
The Role:
- Contribute to business development by identifying and pursuing prospective opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations.
- Monitor market trends across industry sectors to identify opportunities and strategies for Wellington Advocacy and its clients.
- Advise clients on policy challenges and develop effective government engagement strategies.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with government and industry stakeholders.
- Prepare a range of documents, including government relations plans, policy briefs, client briefing notes, presentations, memos, and proposals.
- Proactively monitor political and legislative developments relevant to Wellington Advocacy and its clients.
- Support the daily operations of the Business Line, including scheduling and digital file management.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in political studies, public relations, communications, or a related field.
- Minimum five years of experience in government, government relations, or public affairs.
- Ability to lobby under the Lobbying Act (Canada).
- Strong understanding of the federal government decision-making process.
- Proven experience in client service, project management, and the development and execution of government relations strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials, industry contacts, and other stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Agency experience is an asset.
- Background in federal politics, in a consulting or political/government role, is an asset.
- Proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is an asset.
Compensation:
$80,000 – $130,000 CAD annually, commensurate with experience.
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume through the form below or to careers@wellingtonadvocacy.com. Wellington Advocacy is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.