Do you consider yourself a self-starter with a real passion for projects involving innovative methods in evidence synthesis? Do you love collaborating, moving the ball forward and rolling up your sleeves? We are growing and seeking a Senior Research Scientist with technical experience in systematic literature reviews and/or indirect treatment comparisons (e.g. NMA, MAIC, STC) for the purposes of health technology assessment submissions. We offer opportunities to work 100% remotely from Canada or the US.

Our culture is similar to that of a start-up, but in a well-funded established global portfolio organization. We pride ourselves on being leaders with vision in our field! Below are some examples of recent work we have published as part of our efforts to support our clients:

• Cope S, Chan K, Jansen JP. Multivariate network meta‐analysis of survival function parameters. Research synthesis methods. 2020;11(3):443-456. https://doi.org/10.1002/jrsm.1405

• Freemantle N, Xu Y, Wilson FR, et al. Network meta-analysis of immune-oncology monotherapy as first-line treatment for advanced non-small-cell lung cancer in patients with PD-L1 expression ≥50. Ther Adv Med Oncol. 2022; 14:17588359221105024. https://doi.org/10.1177/17588359221105024
• Watts, JM, Wang, ES, Jonas, BA, Wilson FR, et al. Matching-Adjusted Indirect Comparison of Olutasidenib and Ivosidenib in Isocitrate Dehydrogenase 1-Mutated Relapsed/Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Adv Ther. 2026;43:1802–1815. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12325-026-03522-6
• Keeping ST, Cope S, Chan K, et al. Comparative effectiveness of nivolumab versus standard of care for third-line patients with small-cell lung cancer. J Comp Eff Res. 2020;9(18):1275–1284. https://doi.org/10.2217/cer-2020-0134

Senior Research Scientists collaborate across a broad portfolio of sophisticated evidence synthesis projects in a multi-level team structure. Responsibilities include development of deliverables (e.g. study protocols and technical reports), handling day-to-day client communications, as well as delegating and overseeing tasks completed by junior researchers. This position will complete complex job responsibilities independently as well as provide mentorship and direction for others in delivering project work.

Essential functions for this role are:

• Subject Matter Expertise/Domain Knowledge
• Demonstrates understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, medical affairs, and requirements for health technology assessments
• Sufficient understanding of relevant methods to be able to oversee systematic literature reviews (clinical, economic, and/or health-related quality of life) and/or quantitative evidence synthesis studies
• Can identify considerations relevant to the synthesis of available evidence and communicate these within deliverables (e.g., feasibility assessments, statistical analysis plans)
• Deliverable Creation
• Develops client-ready deliverables including protocols, statistical analysis plans, technical reports, and slides
• Strategic Direction
• Contributes to short-term resourcing discussions
• Project Management
• Manages the delivery of components of projects by collaborating with other staff members to ensure high quality outputs
• Helps ensure timely delivery and financial performance of projects or project subcomponents
• Estimates required hours and identifies challenges early on and communicates any changes as well as viable solutions to project lead if necessary
• Client Management
• Reviews update slides/minutes and actions for overall study and viewed by client as independent researcher for specific study or component(s)
• Leads client calls and responds to emails, inviting input from senior team members with methodological/subject matter expertise where appropriate
• Line Management/Team Development
• Creates development plans and acts as a mentor for direct reports
• Business Development
• Contributes to development of proposals and presentations under guidance of more senior team members with methodological/subject matter expertise
• May also participate in meetings related to new business, including concept ideation

Minimum required experience for this role is:

• Master’s degree in a subject related to health services research e.g., health economics, public policy, health policy, epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or science (biology/biochemistry etc.)
• 4-6 years’ professional experience

 Core competencies required for this role are:

• Willingness and desire to learn and share knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EndNote
• Proficiency in R/R Shiny advantageous

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More about the role:

Burson Canada is looking for a Senior Consultant to join our Corporate Affairs team in Toronto. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering strategic communications programs for leading organizations across corporate, financial, professional services, industrial, and technology sectors.

The ideal candidate is a strong strategic thinker with demonstrated experience counseling clients, leading integrated campaigns, and managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects. You bring excellent judgment, a proactive mindset, and the ability to translate business needs into compelling, high-impact communications strategies. You thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborate naturally, and have a genuine passion for corporate reputation, media relations, and stakeholder communications.

We’re looking for exceptional talent with curiosity, drive, and a commitment to excellence. If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Counsel & Client Leadership

• Act as a day-to-day strategic partner to clients, providing thoughtful counsel on corporate reputation, issues, stakeholder communications, and media strategy.
• Lead the development and execution of integrated communications programs aligned with client business goals and reputation priorities.
• Anticipate client needs, identify risks, and proactively recommend strategic solutions.

Media Relations & Story Development

• Lead earned media strategy, including narrative development, story opportunities, media outreach, and interview facilitation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key reporters across business, corporate, financial, and sector-specific media.
• Draft and oversee high-quality written materials, including key messages, media statements, advisories, thought leadership, briefing notes, and releases.

Project & Team Management

• Manage complex workstreams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, strong integration across teams, and seamless project execution.
• Develop workback schedules, oversee timelines and budgets, and ensure clarity across internal and client teams.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to Consultants and Coordinators; help strengthen overall team performance and growth.

Digital & Integrated Communications

• Work closely with digital and creative teams to develop integrated communications plans (paid, owned, earned) that strengthen corporate reputation.
• Guide social and digital content development, ensuring alignment with corporate narratives and campaign goals.

Insights, Measurement & Reporting

• Oversee tracking, analytics, and reporting for client programs, translating data into insights and actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for optimization, efficiencies, and ongoing improvement.

Business Development

• Lead or support new business initiatives, including proposal development, insights gathering, narrative creation, and pitch participation.
• Identify organic growth opportunities within existing accounts by understanding client needs and connecting them to Burson’s specialties.

What You’ll Need

• Post-secondary degree or post-graduate certificate in communications, public relations, journalism, political science, business, or related field—or equivalent experience.
• 5 to 7+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, issues management, public affairs, or a related advisory function.
• Demonstrated success leading integrated communications programs and managing multi-channel campaigns.
• Strong experience with media relations, including pitching business, corporate, financial, and trade media.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills across a range of corporate and executive communications materials.
• Deep understanding of digital and social platforms and how they integrate into strategic communications programs.
• Exceptional client management skills, including the ability to influence, problem-solve, and support high-stakes decision-making.
• Strong project management discipline, with the ability to oversee multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Collaborative, curious, and solutions-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to team culture and professional growth.

More about the role:

Hill & Knowlton, a Burson Company, Canada’s leading strategic communications and public affairs consultancy, is looking for a passionate and high-performing health-focused Senior Consultant to join our growing Public Affairs team in Toronto.

This role will allow you to work with some of the most important global and Canadian companies and non-profits in the health space, while also providing opportunities to work with a broad portfolio of clients across a range of other sectors, including technology, finance, transportation and energy. As a global agency offering a full spectrum of public affairs and communications expertise, as part of our team you will also be exposed to – and may get to work on – diverse other services and specialties, on projects in Canada and beyond. We are looking for not only incredible talent but also great attitude, energy and passion for H&K and our clients.

The position will be responsible for providing strategic government relations and advocacy counsel for a diverse portfolio of health clients, ensuring that client satisfaction is maintained at the highest level. You will apply strategic thinking and oversight to client programs, deploy the firm’s resources to achieve client objectives, monitor client projects on a day-to-day basis, and work as part of a team, supporting and networking with your peer group.

What you'll do:

Account Directors are leaders who love a challenge. You will be responsible for designing and executing public affairs programs on behalf of our clients, leading collaborative account teams while managing budgets to ensure both profitability and accountability. You will employ strategic thinking, strong interpersonal skills, and health and public affairs knowledge in all you do. More specifically, you will be:

• Creating and executing comprehensive stakeholder engagement, advocacy, communications, and government relations plans that support our health-focused clients’ business objectives
• Exercising creativity and problem-solving to devise innovative strategies to address complex client issues or public affairs challenges
• Leveraging existing relationships with an established network of health system stakeholders and government officials, developing additional contacts where needed to allow for expert analysis and insights into current policy priorities and political issues
• Crafting compelling, engaging, and well-informed messages and advocacy materials, including briefing notes, backgrounders, fact sheets, position papers, submissions, presentations, and responses to requests for proposals
• Counselling clients on government relations responses and messaging related to crises and issue developments
• Working in an integrated way with Sector Leads, Specialty Experts, and other leaders across the business to provide integrated support and service
• Providing mentorship and leadership to colleagues on account teams
• Measuring and reviewing the success of H&K programs for clients against stated goals
• Managing profitability of accounts and/or performance and utilization of account team

Experience that contributes to success:

• Minimum 7 to 10 years’  experience in a public affairs, communications, government, or political role
• Post-secondary degree in political science, public policy, communications, or similar program
• Demonstrated understanding of the provincial political environment and public policy process, as well as Canada’s health landscape and Ontario’s health system
• Established network of health stakeholder and government relationships
• Subject matter depth with strong working knowledge of the health sector, including policy, trends, and relevant stakeholders is preferred
• Proven ability to provide thoughtful insights and strategic recommendations based on a broad understanding based on the political and policy landscapes to achieve clients’ objectives with government stakeholders
• Outstanding verbal and written communications and presentation skills
• Client service mindset with the ability to establish, grow and maintain strong relationships with client contacts; ability to function as a trusted resource and counselor
• Strong project and budget management skills, ability to delegate and prioritize
• Entrepreneurial spirit motivated and able to identify and secure new business opportunities
• A collaborative approach to working with a high-performing team
• Agency experience is a considerable asset
• Experience in managing multiple client programs and budgets and leading account teams is an asset

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More about the role:

At Burson, we bring together sharp thinkers and bold communicators to shape the conversations that matter. We deliver integrated public affairs and communications campaigns across government, media, and digital channels. 

We’re looking for a Public Affairs & Communications Intern to support our team on a range of mandates. This role is ideal for someone early in their career a recent graduate or with some initial experience who is interested in how government decisions are made, how communications shape public opinion, and how stakeholders influence outcomes. 

What You’ll Do 

• Support the development of presentations, briefing notes, and client materials 
• Conduct research on public policy, federal legislation, and regulatory developments  
• Monitor political developments, media coverage, and public discourse  
• Assist with drafting reports, stakeholder materials, and meeting briefs 
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and team deliverables  
• Support account teams with a strong focus on accuracy and detail  

What You Bring 

• 1 year of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, or academic projects) 
• Background in communications, public affairs, political science, public policy, or related field  
• Strong interest in federal government, public policy, and stakeholder engagement  
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills  
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive  
• Awareness of current affairs and media landscape  
• Bilingualism (French/English) is a strong asset  

Why Burson 

• Work on high-impact mandates 
• Gain hands-on experience across public affairs and communications  
• Learn from experienced professionals  
• Be part of a collaborative, fast-paced team 

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See yourself at Twilio

Join the team as Twilio’s next Security Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Analyst 

About the job

We are actively recruiting for this role to support Twilio’s global security regulatory program and directly support the SCRA Lead in executing and scaling the company’s regulatory strategy.

This position is responsible for independently owning delegated components of regulatory analysis, triage, normalization, and operationalization of global cybersecurity and telecom regulatory obligations (e.g., NIS 2, TSA UK, Singapore IMDA), while contributing to broader program-level initiatives led by the SCRA Lead.

The role operates with high autonomy and is expected to take ownership of assigned workstreams end-to-end, requiring strong critical thinking, defensible regulatory interpretation, designing and executing cross-functional initiatives, and the ability to operate without detailed instruction.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• Support the SCRA Lead in executing Twilio’s global security regulatory strategy, including contributing to program design, prioritization, and long-term regulatory planning
• Independently interpret complex and ambiguous regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIS 2, EU transpositions, TSA UK) and provide structured outputs that support Lead-level strategy and decision-making
• Support the development and maintenance of regulatory repositories and systems of record, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness
• Execute and continuously improve the Cyber Regulation Intake & Triage process in partnership with Legal, ensuring consistent classification, routing, and lifecycle tracking of regulatory obligations
• Map regulatory requirements to internal control frameworks (e.g., UCF, ISO 27001, internal standards), identifying gaps and supporting Lead-driven control strategy decisions
• Develop regulator-ready and high-quality artifacts, including evidence mappings, control narratives, risk statements, and audit support documentation
• Identify, analyze, and escalate regulatory risks and audit obligations, supporting proactive planning and risk visibility at the program level
• Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Public Policy, R&D, Security, Product, Sales, and Risk teams, supporting the Lead in aligning regulatory interpretation with technical and business implementation
• Drive execution of process improvements, tooling enhancements, and automation initiatives defined by the SCRA program
• Operate with high ownership and accountability, executing work independently while aligning to strategic direction set by the SCRA Lead

Qualifications 

Twilio values diverse experiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path, don't let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

*Required 

• Experience: 5–8+ years of experience in security compliance, telecom compliance, regulatory affairs, GRC, or related domain within a global technology, cloud, or telecom environment
• Experience: Experience interpreting and operationalizing security frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIS 2, ISO 27001, SOC 2, telecom regulatory regimes)
• Experience: Experience mapping regulatory requirements to control frameworks, policies, and technical implementations
• Technical Domain Expertise: Broad understanding of security architecture, networking, access control, software development, cryptography, and operations. You should be fluent in how security controls are implemented across applications, systems, and cloud platforms to reduce inherent risk.
• Technical Domain Expertise: Ability to analyze ambiguous regulations / regulatory requirements and produce defensible interpretations to support leadership decision-making
• Communication: Strong written communication skills with ability to produce audit-ready and regulator-defensible documentation
• Stakeholder Partnership: Proven ability to collaborate across Legal, Engineering, Security, Product, Sales, and Risk teams in support of program objectives
• Strategic Mindset: High level of self-sufficiency, critical thinking, and ownership, with ability to execute without detailed instruction
• Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to independently execute and deliver complex workstreams end-to-end, while operating under high-level guidance
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities in a global, fast-evolving regulatory landscape

*Desired:

• Technical Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of hybrid cloud environments (AWS/GCP), on-premise infrastructure, APIs, and microservices architectures. Experience in the Telecommunications sector (e.g. telecommunications or CPaaS environments involving messaging, voice, network security) highly preferred.
• Familiarity with primary global regulatory regimes (EU, UK, APAC, LATAM)
• Experience working with regulatory repositories, intake/triage workflows, or compliance automation systems
• Experience supporting external audits or regulator engagements
• High-Octane Individual Contributor: You are a self-starter who takes pride in being a "force multiplier." You have a proven ability to produce high-quality, audit-ready deliverables with minimal oversight.
• Master of Multi-Tasking: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to context-switch effectively, managing a high volume of concurrent projects and emerging regulations without sacrificing depth or accuracy.
• Collaborative Partner: You don't work in a silo. You are skilled at building bridges across Legal, R&D, Security, and IT, ensuring that Security Regulatory Affairs is integrated as a seamless partner
• Efficiency Expert: You are constantly looking for ways to optimize your own output and team processes, turning manual, repetitive tasks into streamlined, automated successes.
• Executive Presence: Ability to distill granular technical findings into concise, high-level summaries that drive decision-making at the leadership level.

Location

This role will be remote and based in Ontario, British Columbia or Alberta, Canada. 

Travel

We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, you may be required to travel occasionally to participate in project or team in-person meetings.

What We Offer

Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location. Based on role, employees may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including but not limited to incentive programs, commissions, equity grants, health and wellness benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows:

• $120,640 - 150,800 CAD
• Target Bonus Percentage: 15% 

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

More about the role:

Burson Canada is looking for a Consultant to join our dynamic Consumer & Brand team in Toronto. If you are interested in joining a group of passionate brand builders and working with some of the world’s most well-respected brands, we want to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to execute programs within the Consumer PR & influencer space, while also working alongside an ambitious and growing national team. 

Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, tapped into emerging social trends, is culturally fluent, and brings a proven track record of executional excellence. We are looking for people who love what they do, value different perspectives, bring energy to their work and are excited to roll up their sleeves to help push our work even further.  

Here’s what you’d be doing: 

• Playing a central role in executing PR & influencer campaigns 
• Ensuring high levels of client satisfaction, anticipating needs before they arise
• You don’t just clock trends – you see them coming, and bring those insights to your work
• Leveraging your existing media relationships and continuing to develop new ones
• Exercising strategic thinking and attention to detail in day-to-day project management
• Ship with taste and precision, ensuring all of your work meets high standards
• Contributing creativity, passion and expertise to an entrepreneurial team environment where everyone’s voice is heard, highly valued and rewarded 

What you’ll need to get here: 

• 2-3 years’ experience in a communications and/or influencer relations role (prior agency experience preferred)
• Undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary educational institution
• Natural curiosity and genuine passion for storytelling
• Creative thinker and problem solver
• Deep understanding of the Canadian media landscape, as well as the consumer PR & influencer space
• Tapped into emerging social trends and culture
• Experience and/or interest in working in the Consumer Tech industry  
• Experience executing integrated communications programs (media relations, influencer engagement, digital, community management, events, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills that can be applied across various platforms
• Strong project management skills, with high attention to detail 

What else is in it for you? 

• Full health benefits package—including paid time off, schedule flexibility, wellness reimbursement, and more
• Strong leadership with a focus on entrepreneurial thinking, mentoring, learning + development to help you grow, expand your skills and become your professional best
• A passionate, smart, fun, and creative culture
• The opportunity to work on some of the world’s most well-respected brands
• Dynamic experience and exposure to different practice areas beyond Consumer PR – including corporate communications, technology, health, public affairs and more. 

More about the role:

We are looking for a Senior Consultant based in Ottawa to support client work across both public affairs and strategic communications, with a strong emphasis on communications and stakeholder engagement. 

This role is ideal for someone who understands how decisions are made in Ottawa, is comfortable engaging with government stakeholders, and can translate complex policy issues into clear, compelling communications. You will work closely with senior leaders and support clients across sectors such as healthcare, technology, financial services, energy, and infrastructure. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Supporting the development and execution of integrated public affairs and communications strategies, with a strong focus on messaging, positioning, and narrative development
• Leading the development of high-quality content, including briefing notes, media materials, position papers, and executive communication
• Monitoring and analyzing federal political, legislative, and regulatory developments, translating insights into actionable recommendations for client
• Supporting and, where appropriate, leading engagement with federal stakeholders, including government officials, policymakers, and industry associations
• Contributing to lobbying-related activities, including preparation of materials and ensuring alignment with federal requirement
• Building and maintaining stakeholder maps and engagement strategies to support outreach initiative
• Supporting and leading client meetings, consultations, and government engagement initiative
• Advising clients on communications strategy, stakeholder positioning, and reputation management in complex policy environment
• Tracking and evaluating the impact of public affairs and communications initiative
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to a collaborative team environment 

What You’ll Need to Succeed 

• 5–8 years of experience in public affairs, strategic communications, government relations, or political environment
• Strong understanding of the federal government ecosystem, including parliamentary processes and decision-making structure
• Demonstrated experience in communications strategy, including content development, messaging, and stakeholder positioning
• Exposure to federal lobbying activities and government engagement strategies
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with federal stakeholder
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex policy issues into clear narrative
• Experience advising clients in regulated or policy-driven sectors (e.g., healthcare, tech, energy, financial services
• Ability to engage in lobbying activities in compliance with applicable federal regulation
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Bilingualism (French and English) is a strong asset
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail 

Why Join Us 

At Burson, you will: 

• Work on high-impact mandates at the intersection of communications and public affair
• Engage directly with key decision-makers in Ottawa
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing tea
• Benefit from mentorship and clear career progression opportunities
• Thrive in a flexible and supportive environment that values initiative, ownership, and impact 

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About the role:

Burson Canada is looking for a Consultant to join our Corporate Affairs team in Toronto. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic communications programs for a diverse portfolio of corporate, financial, professional services, and industrial clients.

The ideal candidate is a motivated communications professional who brings strong strategic thinking, excellent client service, and a proven ability to execute integrated campaigns that drive measurable impact. You have a solid understanding of corporate reputation, media relations, stakeholder communications, and issues management and you’re passionate about helping clients navigate complex business environments.

We’re looking for exceptional talent with strong energy, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset. If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you.

Strategic Communications & Client Counsel

• Support the development and execution of high-impact corporate affairs programs, including national and regional campaigns across a range of sectors.
• Provide thoughtful client counsel and contribute to strategic recommendations that support business objectives and protect or enhance reputation.
• Ensure communication plans are grounded in clear strategy, realistic objectives, and achievable timelines.

Media Relations & Storytelling

• Lead and support earned media outreach, including story development, media list building, pitching, interview coordination, and ongoing relationship cultivation.
• Draft high-quality written materials such as key messages, pitches, media advisories, briefing notes, Q&As, and news releases.
• Review and refine content developed by team members to ensure quality and accuracy.

Project & Campaign Management

• Apply strong project management skills to drive seamless campaign execution, including developing workback schedules, managing deadlines, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Oversee measurement, reporting, and insights, flagging notable results or risks to the account team and clients.

Digital & Social Integration

• Leverage knowledge of digital and social media to support content planning, creative asset development, community management, and response planning.
• Work with integrated teams to ensure digital strategies complement traditional communications activities.

Business Development & Growth

• Support new business initiatives, including research, insights gathering, proposal development, and pitch participation.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing client mandates and introduce Burson specialties and services.

What You’ll Need

• Post-secondary degree or post-graduate certificate in communications, public relations, journalism, political science, business, or a related field or relevant equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or an advisory-focused role.
• Proven experience delivering integrated communications programs, including media relations, stakeholder engagement, issues support, campaign management, content development, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to pitch media across online, print, and broadcast platforms.
• Strong understanding of social media, digital strategies, analytics tools, and media monitoring platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, compelling narratives.
• Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Natural curiosity and passion for corporate storytelling, business trends, and reputation management.

More about the role:

We are looking for a Public Affairs Consultant based in Ottawa to support client work requiring strong federal government expertise and stakeholder engagement. 

This role is ideal for someone who understands how decisions are made in Ottawa and is comfortable operating in government-facing environments. You will work closely with senior leaders and support clients across sectors such as healthcare, technology, financial services, energy, and infrastructure. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Supporting the development and execution of federal public affairs and government relations strategies 
• Monitoring and analyzing federal political, legislative, and regulatory developments, translating insights into actionable recommendations  
• Supporting engagement with federal stakeholders, including government officials, policymakers, and industry associations 
• Contributing to lobbying-related activities, including preparation of materials and ensuring alignment with federal requirements 
• Conducting policy research and developing briefing notes, position papers, and strategic recommendations  
• Building and maintaining stakeholder maps and engagement plans 
• Supporting client meetings, consultations, and government engagement initiatives  
• Advising on messaging, positioning, and stakeholder engagement approaches  
• Tracking and evaluating the impact of public affairs initiatives  

What You’ll Need to Succeed 

• 3–4 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, political roles, or strategic communications 
• Strong understanding of the federal government ecosystem, including parliamentary processes and decision-making structures  
• Exposure to federal lobbying activities and government engagement strategies  
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with federal stakeholders 
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills  
• Ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, compelling narratives  
• Ability to engage in lobbying activities in compliance with applicable federal regulations  
• Experience working with government, industry associations, or advocacy groups  
• Bilingualism (French and English) is a strong asset  
• Strong organizational and project management skills  
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong interest in public policy  

Why Join Us 

At Burson, you will: 

• Work on high-impact federal public affairs mandates 
• Engage with key decision-makers in Ottawa  
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team  
• Benefit from mentorship and career growth opportunities  
• Thrive in a flexible and supportive environment that values initiative and impact 

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About the Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team

The Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team is a group of dedicated professionals committed to helping Affirm scale, innovate, and provide outstanding products for consumers, merchants, and key partners. We combine legal, compliance, and policy expertise to guide growth, shape products, and build trust across our ecosystem. Our work spans multiple professional disciplines and provides the foundation for Affirm’s mission to deliver honest financial products.

Affirm’s Compliance team provides company-wide leadership, standards, support, and independent oversight to ensure that business units abide by applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Compliance credibly challenges management decisions, business processes, and evaluates adherence to applicable regulatory requirements. We provide appropriate analysis, reporting, and escalation to Executive management and the Board, set minimum standards for the company, and provide guidance for compliance risk management activities across the company.

Affirm is seeking an experienced compliance professional to join our Regulatory Advisory team within Compliance. This individual will partner closely with others on the compliance team, along with our legal and business risk partners, to support regulatory exam engagements by (1) managing end-to-end steps within the exam lifecycle, (2) gathering necessary requests for information from a variety of internal stakeholders, and (3) assisting with the ongoing management of our regulatory obligations as assigned. 

What You'll Do

• Independently fulfill examination requests, coordinate directly with key collaborators to fulfill various external obligations, and manage examination processes end-to-end from a Compliance perspective.
  
  
• Manage and coordinate corrective actions resulting from Supervisory activities, including management reporting of progress.
  
  
• Assist with maintaining  a central repository for examination and reporting obligations for multiple exam engagements, including workpapers, worksheets, exam responses, regulatory guidance, etc.
  
  
• Partner with the Compliance Senior Manager in drafting reports, memos or presentations that clearly articulate the results/conclusions of compliance review activities or risk escalations and communicate to key stakeholders across the company.
  
  
• Possess and maintain a solid knowledge of consumer compliance laws, regulations and best practices and recognize how they relate to Affirm's business model. 
  
  
• Articulate key Compliance risks at Affirm and the controls Affirm employs to mitigate those risks.
  
  
• Perform due diligence reviews to ensure the quality and completeness of documentation prior to submission to regulators.
  
  

What We Look For

• 5+ years of licensing, compliance, regulator, or internal audit experience, ideally related to consumer financial services.
  
  
• 4-year university/college degree; in lieu of a degree, we will consider additional years of experience beyond the 5+ listed above.
  
  
• Working knowledge of consumer protection laws including (but not limited to): HMDA, BSA/AML, OFAC, Regulation E, FCRA, FDCPA, CAN-SPAM, TILA, and UDAAP regulations.
  
  
• Prior experience within highly-regulated industries is desirable.
  
  
• Outstanding time management, administrative, and organizational skills, including the ability to balance multiple priorities and overlapping projects.
  
  
• Proven project management, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• Humility, integrity, and a desire to be part of a small but strong and encouraging team.
  
  
• Inquisitive, eager to learn, and willing to take ownership of projects.

Pay Grade - J
Equity Grade - 4

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents). In addition, the employees may be eligible for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc. (parent company).

CAN base pay range per year: $102,000 - $142,000

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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About the Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team

The Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team is a group of dedicated professionals committed to helping Affirm scale, innovate, and provide outstanding products for consumers, merchants, and key partners. We combine legal, compliance, and policy expertise to guide growth, shape products, and build trust across our ecosystem. Our work spans multiple professional disciplines and provides the foundation for Affirm’s mission to deliver honest financial products.

Affirm’s Compliance team provides company-wide leadership, standards, support, and independent oversight to ensure that business units abide by applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Compliance credibly challenges management decisions, business processes, and evaluates adherence to applicable regulatory requirements. We provide appropriate analysis, reporting, and escalation to Executive management and the Board, set minimum standards for the company, and provide guidance for compliance risk management activities across the company.

Affirm is seeking an experienced compliance professional to join our Regulatory Advisory team within Compliance. This individual will partner closely with others on the compliance team, along with our legal and business risk partners, to support regulatory exam engagements by (1) managing end-to-end steps within the exam lifecycle, (2) gathering necessary requests for information from a variety of internal stakeholders, and (3) assisting with the ongoing management of our regulatory obligations as assigned. 

What You'll Do

• Independently fulfill examination requests, coordinate directly with key collaborators to fulfill various external obligations, and manage examination processes end-to-end from a Compliance perspective.
  
  
• Manage and coordinate corrective actions resulting from Supervisory activities, including management reporting of progress.
  
  
• Assist with maintaining  a central repository for examination and reporting obligations for multiple exam engagements, including workpapers, worksheets, exam responses, regulatory guidance, etc.
  
  
• Partner with the Compliance Senior Manager in drafting reports, memos or presentations that clearly articulate the results/conclusions of compliance review activities or risk escalations and communicate to key stakeholders across the company.
  
  
• Possess and maintain a solid knowledge of consumer compliance laws, regulations and best practices and recognize how they relate to Affirm's business model. 
  
  
• Articulate key Compliance risks at Affirm and the controls Affirm employs to mitigate those risks.
  
  
• Perform due diligence reviews to ensure the quality and completeness of documentation prior to submission to regulators.
  
  

What We Look For

• 5+ years of licensing, compliance, regulator, or internal audit experience, ideally related to consumer financial services.
  
  
• 4-year university/college degree; in lieu of a degree, we will consider additional years of experience beyond the 5+ listed above.
  
  
• Working knowledge of consumer protection laws including (but not limited to): HMDA, BSA/AML, OFAC, Regulation E, FCRA, FDCPA, CAN-SPAM, TILA, and UDAAP regulations.
  
  
• Prior experience within highly-regulated industries is desirable.
  
  
• Outstanding time management, administrative, and organizational skills, including the ability to balance multiple priorities and overlapping projects.
  
  
• Proven project management, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• Humility, integrity, and a desire to be part of a small but strong and encouraging team.
  
  
• Inquisitive, eager to learn, and willing to take ownership of projects.

Pay Grade - J
Equity Grade - 5

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)

USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $130,000 - $170,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $115,000 - $155,000

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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About the Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team 

The Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team is a group of dedicated professionals committed to helping Affirm scale, innovate, and provide outstanding products for consumers, merchants, and key partners. We combine legal, compliance, and policy expertise to guide growth, shape products, and build trust across our ecosystem. Our work spans multiple professional disciplines and provides the foundation for Affirm’s mission to deliver honest financial products.

Affirm’s Compliance team designs and implements a compliance program that proactively addresses regulatory requirements while also identifying potential compliance issues that may arise. Compliance program activities include advisory, training, testing & monitoring, reporting, and oversight. Although a second line of defense, Compliance partners with the business to support new products, markets, and initiatives, as well as issue identification, remediation plans, and risk assessment. Compliance uses multiple data sources to enable informed decision-making, strengthen controls, and support better outcomes for consumers.

Affirm is seeking a Compliance Lead to join the Direct-to-Consumer Product Compliance team. This role is primarily focused on product advisory, with close partnership across Product, Engineering, and Operations teams throughout the development lifecycle. You will engage in the decision-making process, helping teams identify key risks, ask the right questions, and navigate complex and ambiguous scenarios. While regulatory requirements may be clearly defined, applying them in a product context often requires thoughtful interpretation. In this role, you will operate effectively in gray areas, balancing regulatory expectations with business and customer considerations, and providing guidance that is both compliant and practical. You will work with cross-functional partners to evaluate tradeoffs and develop flexible, well-reasoned solutions that enable progress while managing risk.

The Compliance Lead will play a key role in ensuring business partners adhere to applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies. You will collaborate closely with Legal and Compliance stakeholders to assess risk, interpret regulatory requirements, and guide teams toward effective and sustainable compliance outcomes. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in financial services compliance, a solid understanding of the fintech landscape, and demonstrated experience advising on consumer-facing products within complex regulatory environments.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with the Product teams to optimize Affirm's offerings by identifying and mitigating compliance risks without compromising business objectives.

• Review and approve financial services marketing materials to ensure they comply with regulations and industry standards.

• Partner cross-functionally with Compliance, Legal, Risk, and Product to complete reviews and address root causes of compliance issues.

• Develop and maintain compliance training and reference materials.

• Operate in a fast-paced environment while delivering detailed and diligent work.

• Support the completion of the compliance risk assessment and control inventory, including collecting and documenting results.

• Serve as an expert on regulatory compliance, especially as it applies to new and revised financial products and services.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (compliance certifications a plus)

• 5+ years of experience in a compliance product advisory role within financial services

• Experience supporting or advising on products subject to TILA (Reg. Z) and/or EFTA (Reg. E) (e.g., credit cards, payments, or deposit-like products)

• Experience working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and making risk-based decisions with incomplete information

• Experience advising revenue-generating stakeholder groups, ideally including Product and Engineering teams

• A strong interest in fintech and consumer financial protections

• Working knowledge of consumer financial laws and regulations, including UDAAP, CAN-SPAM, FCRA, TCPA, TILA (Reg. Z), ECOA (Reg. B), EFTA (Reg. E), and TISA (Reg. DD)

• Inquisitive and proactive in identifying problems, proposing creative solutions, and adapting in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work in a self-directed environment with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, and operate effectively with minimal guidance

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex and nuanced issues

Pay Grade - J
Equity Grade - 4

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents). In addition, the employees may be eligible for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc. (parent company).

CAN base pay range per year: $102,000 - $142,000

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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About the Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team 

The Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs team is a group of dedicated professionals committed to helping Affirm scale, innovate, and provide outstanding products for consumers, merchants, and key partners. We combine legal, compliance, and policy expertise to guide growth, shape products, and build trust across our ecosystem. Our work spans multiple professional disciplines and provides the foundation for Affirm’s mission to deliver honest financial products.

Affirm’s Compliance team designs and implements a compliance program that proactively addresses regulatory requirements while also identifying potential compliance issues that may arise. Compliance program activities include advisory, training, testing & monitoring, reporting, and oversight. Although a second line of defense, Compliance partners with the business to support new products, markets, and initiatives, as well as issue identification, remediation plans, and risk assessment. Compliance uses multiple data sources to enable informed decision-making, strengthen controls, and support better outcomes for consumers.

Affirm is seeking a Compliance Lead to join the Direct-to-Consumer Product Compliance team. This role is primarily focused on product advisory, with close partnership across Product, Engineering, and Operations teams throughout the development lifecycle. You will engage in the decision-making process, helping teams identify key risks, ask the right questions, and navigate complex and ambiguous scenarios. While regulatory requirements may be clearly defined, applying them in a product context often requires thoughtful interpretation. In this role, you will operate effectively in gray areas, balancing regulatory expectations with business and customer considerations, and providing guidance that is both compliant and practical. You will work with cross-functional partners to evaluate tradeoffs and develop flexible, well-reasoned solutions that enable progress while managing risk.

The Compliance Lead will play a key role in ensuring business partners adhere to applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies. You will collaborate closely with Legal and Compliance stakeholders to assess risk, interpret regulatory requirements, and guide teams toward effective and sustainable compliance outcomes. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in financial services compliance, a solid understanding of the fintech landscape, and demonstrated experience advising on consumer-facing products within complex regulatory environments.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with the Product teams to optimize Affirm's offerings by identifying and mitigating compliance risks without compromising business objectives.

• Review and approve financial services marketing materials to ensure they comply with regulations and industry standards.

• Partner cross-functionally with Compliance, Legal, Risk, and Product to complete reviews and address root causes of compliance issues.

• Develop and maintain compliance training and reference materials.

• Operate in a fast-paced environment while delivering detailed and diligent work.

• Support the completion of the compliance risk assessment and control inventory, including collecting and documenting results.

• Serve as an expert on regulatory compliance, especially as it applies to new and revised financial products and services.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (compliance certifications a plus)

• 5+ years of experience in a compliance product advisory role within financial services

• Experience supporting or advising on products subject to TILA (Reg. Z) and/or EFTA (Reg. E) (e.g., credit cards, payments, or deposit-like products)

• Experience working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and making risk-based decisions with incomplete information

• Experience advising revenue-generating stakeholder groups, ideally including Product and Engineering teams

• A strong interest in fintech and consumer financial protections

• Working knowledge of consumer financial laws and regulations, including UDAAP, CAN-SPAM, FCRA, TCPA, TILA (Reg. Z), ECOA (Reg. B), EFTA (Reg. E), and TISA (Reg. DD)

• Inquisitive and proactive in identifying problems, proposing creative solutions, and adapting in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work in a self-directed environment with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, and operate effectively with minimal guidance

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex and nuanced issues

Pay Grade - J
Equity Grade - 5

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)

USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $130,000 - $170,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $115,000 - $155,000

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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About Teneo

Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.

Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions, and organizations.

Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, and ESG.

The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 45+ offices around the world.

Teneo is looking for a highly skilled, dynamic, and driven communications professional to join our Montreal office.

Job Description

As a client-facing, mid-level member of our team you are responsible for helping to conceive and execute strategic programs and communications initiatives in support of Teneo clients. This may include, but not limited to, online and offline communications strategy and tactics, long-term and rapid response planning, and crisis management. You are a highly motivated and dedicated individual with experience in fields such as corporate strategy, communications, investor relations, government affairs, and public relations. You will work closely with Senior Leaders to handle client engagements and deliver best-in-class service.

A Vice President within Teneo is a core member of our client teams. Vice Presidents are responsible for helping execute strategic programs and communications initiatives in support of Teneo’s clients. This may include but not limited to online and offline communications strategies and tactics, long-term and rapid response planning, and crisis management. Vice Presidents are highly motivated and dedicated individuals with experience in fields such as corporate strategy, communications, investor relations, government affairs, and public relations. Candidates will work closely with account teams and clients to deliver best-in-class service and function as a cohesive unit.

The role is based in Montreal with a requirement of at least three days a week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic and communications plans and campaigns on behalf of clients
• Effectively project manage client accounts and programs
• Key member, and often quarterback, of “Core Account Team,” working collaboratively with client teams and firm leadership on client initiatives
• Manage day-to-day account work of producing and refining deliverables – including strategic plans, press releases, talking points, Q&A, briefing memos, distributed media materials.
• Executes against team objectives and plans as a reliable, adaptable resource for senior team members capable of overseeing others

Qualifications

• Possess strong writing skills with the ability to draft, review, and edit communications collateral such as communications plans and other products
• Ability to think creatively, approach communications from new angles, and handle both day-to-day account work and ad hoc client requests
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Possess 5+ years of related experience in political or corporate communications
• Have a strong interest in business, public affairs, and geopolitical events
• Display a strong work ethic, high professional standards, and dedication to the role
• Thrive in a highly driven and intense environment
• Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to develop and execute multi-platform communications strategies; familiarity with digital communications is necessary
• Bilingualism is not required but would be an asset

What We Offer 

As a Teneo employee, you'll enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision coverage; long-term disability, and life insurance; RRSP plan with corporate matching; team events; snacks; and other perks.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Total Compensation Package: Includes annualized bonus, RRSP match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits and perks. 

About Teneo 

Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.  

Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other cor­po­ra­tions, financial insti­tu­tions and organizations.  

Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, and ESG.  

The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 45+ offices around the world. 

Teneo is looking for a highly skilled, dynamic, and driven communications professional to join our Toronto, Calgary, or Montreal office. 

As we continue to grow our operations in Canada, we are looking for a high caliber candidate to join our dynamic and professional Strategy and Communications team as a Senior Vice President. This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in building and expanding the Teneo Canada business.  

Description

 A Senior Vice President within Teneo Strategy is the client facing member of our account teams.  

 As a Senior Vice President, you are responsible for developing communications strategy and providing senior-led advisory to clients. This may include, but not be limited to, online and offline communications strategy and tactics, long-term and rapid response planning, and crisis management. Senior Vice Presidents are sophisticated, client-facing individuals who can deal directly and solely with clients on corporate strategy, communications, investor relations, government affairs, and public relations. Senior Vice Presidents will work hand in hand with senior members of the firm to manage client engagements and deliver best-in-class service.  

Responsibilities

• Drive and develop communications strategies and campaigns on behalf of clients
• Drive and contribute to the business development strategy and outreach, including proposal development and pitch participation nationally
• Work on client accounts and support client work in the Toronto, Calgary, and Montreal offices; opportunities to contribute to other global accounts when required
• Responsible for preparing client ready strategic plans, press releases, talking points, Q&As, briefing memos, and distributed media materials; managing messages; and coordinating client program activities
• Interact directly and be the point person with the clients to create and execute on communications initiatives
• Responsibility for setting strategy and workloads for core account team and delivering high quality client service
• Able to anticipate and understand client experiences and external trends to advise on how to best meet clients’ current and future needs
• Serve as a role model and mentor to colleagues
• Establish priorities based on strategic direction, considering multiple perspectives and interdependencies with others
• Responsible for meeting deadlines and timelines 

Qualifications

• 10+ years in public relations/corporate communications/media/investor relations or relevant experience
• Ability to provide strategic advice to senior level clients, including C-suite
• Understanding of macro-economic, political, and regulatory environments to inform strategic advice to clients
• Strong media and business network in Canada
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to develop and execute multiplatform communications strategies
• Ability to think creatively, approach communications from new angles, and manage both up and down the organization
• Exceptional written and verbal communication; experience delivering presentations in PowerPoint is required
• Education - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
• Agency/consulting experience preferred
• Bilingualism is not required but would be an asset
• Able to work from the office a minimum of three days per week

What We Offer

As a Teneo employee, you'll enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision coverage; long-term disability, and life insurance; RRSP plan with corporate matching; team events; snacks; and other perks. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Total Compensation Package: Includes annualized bonus, RRSP match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits and perks.

About us

For the last five decades, NATIONAL’s Public Affairs team has helped organizations navigate complex policy environments and shape reputation through smart government relations and strategic communications. From energy and transportation to consumer goods and labour, we work on mandates that sit at the intersection of public policy, media and stakeholder engagement. We’re looking for a director who can lead with sound judgment, build lasting relationships, and help our team deliver high-impact work across Canada.

The role

You’ll lead public affairs mandates from strategy to execution, translating political, legislative and regulatory developments into clear, actionable recommendations for clients. This senior advisory role requires a strong understanding of federal and Ontario political dynamics and the ability to anticipate policy shifts. It combines client leadership, business development and team leadership within a collaborative, pan-Canadian team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead client accounts and serve as a trusted advisor on government relations and public affairs strategy
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities, including expanding existing client relationships
• Develop advocacy and communications plans, including earned media and digital approaches, aligned to client objectives
• Provide counsel on current events, policy and political developments and their implications for client business goals
• Manage project delivery, including timelines, budgets, reporting and quality control across team outputs
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships with clients, elected officials, political staff, senior public servants and industry stakeholders
• Mentor and develop team members through coaching, goal setting and delegation of meaningful opportunities
• Stay current on emerging tools, platforms and best practices and integrate them into public affairs programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in government relations/public affairs (agency/consulting experience is an asset)
• Experience working in a political office (e.g., on Parliament Hill or at Queen’s Park, or similar legislative environments) or advising elected officials or ministers, is strongly preferred
• Post-secondary education in political science, communications, public relations or a related field
• Proven ability to develop clear, compelling communications content for public affairs audiences
• Experience using digital advocacy approaches and social platforms to support public affairs mandates
• Excellent writing, editing, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Comfort using AI-enabled tools (e.g., ChatGPT)
• Nice to have: Bilingualism (English and French).

Abilities

• Strategic thinker who can simplify complex issues and provide practical recommendations
• Client-service mindset with strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Strong project management skills and comfort working with budgets and tight deadlines
• Collaborative leader who can motivate teams and contribute to an inclusive workplace
• Proactive, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities at once

What we offer

• Hybrid work environment and a supportive, collegial office culture
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities to work on high-profile mandates with leading organizations across sectors
• Professional development, coaching and growth opportunities within a national team
• Occasional travel as required by client and team needs

Expected Compensation

The expected salary for this role is $92,000-$115,000 CAD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

How to apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and fit for the role. If you’re up for a new challenge to join Canada’s PR Firm, we’d love to hear from you.

NATIONAL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Should you require any accommodation during the selection process, please inform us.

A vacancy currently exists for this position. Please note that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. We use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening, assessing, and selecting applicants for this role. Thank you for considering a career with us.

NATIONAL Public Relations provides creative communications solutions that move people in thought and actions. We bring together a team of 300 seasoned professionals, who are committed to helping organizations of all sizes and in all sectors understand their challenges and opportunities and solve the issues they are facing. For 47 years, NATIONAL has been at the center of issues and industries that matter, leading change for today and tomorrow.

NATIONAL is Canada’s leading public relations firm, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Saint John, Halifax and St. John’s. Its network includes Time & Space, a leader in media strategy, data analysis, planning and execution.

NATIONAL Public Relations is an AVENIR GLOBAL company, the largest Canadian-owned global communications firm, ranked among the 25 largest in the world with offices in 23 locations across Canada, the U.S., Europe and the Middle East. For more information about NATIONAL, please visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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