Consultant, Public Affairs

Global Public Affairs (Global), Canada’s fastest growing public affairs firm, is looking for a talented, early career professional to join our Toronto office as a Consultant. This full-time position, part of our expanding Ontario Public Affairs Practice, offers a positive work environment and the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the country.

The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, well-organized, proactive, strategic, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and is expected to have 1-2 years of experience working in government or alongside government relations teams.

We are looking for someone who is outgoing, client and service-oriented, organized when dealing with multiple, complex projects, and enjoys working in a fast-paced team atmosphere. Event experience is not required but would be considered an asset.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President this position offers a positive work environment and the opportunity to grow a business and collaborate with colleagues across the country.

The pay range for this position is $70,000 to $85,000 annually. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications. We anticipate that the starting salary will be at the entry level of the band with room for growth as the candidate develops in the role.

Global is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Global values inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations. If you require accommodations, please contact Stephanie Elyea selyea@globalpublic.com or 613-866-2925 to make a reasonable accommodation request.

Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to cv@globalpublic.com.

Please include reference number GR-TO-4001 in the subject line of your email and in your cover letter. No phone calls, please. Only qualified candidates will receive a call back for interviews.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides significant support in the execution of client service within the Ontario public affairs team
• Represents the company and/or clients as appropriate at events
• Prepares written reports and proposals; delivers results presentations as well as business development presentations
• Prepares agendas and meeting notes for client calls and meetings
• Supports the administration of the business arrangements with clients – contracting, invoicing etc.
• Supports the strategic direction of the Ontario public affairs practice and aide in its growth path
• Monitor government proceedings including Question Period and Committees and prepare written summaries for clients
• Monitors government issues for clients and seeks timely answers on client inquiries
• Coordinate and schedule meetings for clients with government and prepare briefing notes in advance
• Seeks guidance and support as needed; mitigates issues prior to their escalation

Skills and Qualifications

• A post-secondary degree in business, political science, public administration, or a related discipline or relevant experience
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a political or relevant government relations industry environment
• Ability to work at both the strategic level and the detailed, tactical level
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong presentation skills and ability to work across multiple platforms
• Knowledge of the roles and functions of all three levels of government
• Ability to register under the Ontario Lobbying Act, with no restrictions, is required
• Business development acumen, with experience in written submissions
• Ability to multi-task and be results oriented, sometimes under time pressures
• Strong inter-personal skills with a client-service focus
• Excellent time-management skills, ability to organize work-flow and accountable to deadlines
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Bilingualism would be an asset

About Global Public Affairs

Global Public Affairs is Canada’s largest privately-owned public affairs firm. With offices across the country, we work with an ever-expanding list of Canadian and international clients in multiple aspects of their business, providing comprehensive strategic government relations and communications counsel and services - from research and strategy development to full project implementation.

Whether through government advocacy, managing a crisis or conducting community consultation, pursuing the many elements of effective public affairs is fundamental to the success of any organization. Tailoring our approach to meet our clients’ needs is fundamental to the success of any public affairs strategy.

From our inception in 1997, we have built a solid track record of helping organizations of all sizes, and in a variety of sectors, meet their business objectives. Our guiding principle, From Insight to Impact, is at the heart of our work.