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Senior Consultant, Western Canada

Senior Consultant, Western Canada

Enterprise CanadaBC, Canada
23 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our Western Canada team continues to grow. We are looking for a dynamic and progressive public affairs expert to assist with our public affairs and communications files.

This role offers an opportunity to tackle some of the most pressing and complex issues affecting Canada today. You’ll work with multinational corporations, national companies, government bodies, and associations. We’re seeking an experienced government relations professional to lead client files, conduct insightful research, communicate effectively, and develop impactful strategic plans that deliver measurable results.

This position is a unique opportunity to build out our British Columbia practice and develop relationships with the Government of British Columbia. A strong understanding of the political environment and deep writing skills are a must. Previous experience working in government relations or a related space will be highly valued.

Location : Victoria or Vancouver

Core Responsibilities :

  • Craft and implement strategies for government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy
  • Build and sustain productive relationships with government stakeholders, industry partners, and clients
  • Monitor and analyze current events, political developments, and major policy trends across Canada
  • Design and execute integrated campaigns incorporating policy advocacy, media relations, and / or digital strategies
  • Manage client relationships, including coordinating meetings and ensuring projects align with expectations
  • Draft policy briefings, speeches, press materials, and digital content
  • Ensure adherence to lobbying and ethics standards for public affairs professionals
  • Prepare responses to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and contribute to developing pitches for new business

Requirements :

  • Proven experience in government relations, politics, or public affairs
  • Post-secondary education or equivalent relevant experience
  • Strong knowledge of current affairs, political actors, and public policy issues in Canada
  • Ability to provide strategic advice and guidance
  • Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely
  • Advanced research and analytical abilities
  • Capability to lead client files, manage projects effectively, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build and sustain client relationships
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
  • Additional language skills or research experience are considered valuable assets
  • The Perks :

  • Fun, energetic, and collaborative working environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • You get to work with a team of tightknit creative thinkers
  • Modern open-concept facilities located in cities across the country
  • Who We Are :

    Enterprise Canada is a national strategic communications and public affairs firm. With offices across the country, we bring together an experienced team with backgrounds in government marketing, advertising, public relations, corporate communications, public relations, and journalism.

    Enterprise Canada’s integrated service offering includes Creative Currency, its wholly owned advertising agency and content studio. In 2024, Creative Currency was identified by AdWeek magazine as first among the Top 10 fastest growing agencies in the United States and Canada. It was the only Canadian agency to be included in the list.

    We work in both official languages and deliver communications advice and services to some of Canada’s largest companies and biggest brands. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Western Canada Senior Consultant’.

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