At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client accounts and design impactful public affairs strategies.
- Company: Join Canada's leading public relations firm with a coast-to-coast network.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and mentorship opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative culture that values innovation and continuous learning.
- Why this job: Work on high-profile projects at the intersection of business, politics, and media.
- Qualifications: 3-6 years in public affairs or related fields; strong writing and client service skills.
The predicted salary is between 77000 - 87500 $ per year.
At NATIONAL, we are proud to be Canada’s leading public relations firm, bringing together a coast-to-coast network of public affairs experts. In Toronto, our Public Affairs and Government Relations team partners with clients across a wide range of sectors to design, activate, and manage strategies that resonate with audiences and deliver measurable impact. As our team continues to grow, we are seeking a consultant with a passion for strategic communications, public affairs, government relations and, above and beyond, exceptional client service.
The role involves helping clients understand and navigate complex political, regulatory and reputational environments. You will support high-profile mandates across sectors, helping to turn current events, policy developments and stakeholder dynamics into practical strategies that advance client goals. This role is ideal for someone with strong political instincts, excellent client service skills and the ability to manage multiple moving pieces in a fast-paced agency environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the day-to-day, client-facing manager for accounts across multiple industry sectors
- Collaborate with senior communications and public affairs leaders to deliver expert counsel and exceptional service
- Design, manage, and execute impactful municipal and provincial government relations programs as well as stakeholder engagement and advocacy campaigns
- Lead and support reputation management programs, issues and crisis management, and communications campaigns (earned, owned, and paid media strategies)
- Monitor and analyze evolving political, economic, and social issues; proactively propose strategies to advance client goals
- Oversee account management, including project work plans and budgets
- Contribute to practice and Firm-wide business development initiatives, with a focus on issues/crisis management, reputation management, campaign strategy and activation, public engagement, and stakeholder relations
- Work with colleagues across NATIONAL practices and offices to deliver integrated communications services
Qualifications
- Three to six years of experience in public affairs, government relations, strategic communications, political offices, consulting, government or a related environment
- Strong understanding of Ontario politics, municipal government and/or public policy
- Post-secondary degree in public relations, political science, business administration, public administration, or a related field
- Agency experience, political staff experience or experience supporting senior decision-makers considered a strong asset
- Excellent writing, research and presentation skills
- Strong client service instincts, including responsiveness, organization, judgment and attention to detail
- Ability to monitor political, media and stakeholder developments and translate them into client-relevant insights
- Comfortable managing multiple files, deadlines and relationships at once
- Entrepreneurial, curious and motivated to help grow the practice
Abilities
- Sound judgment and critical thinking, with the ability to assess complex situations and recommend practical courses of action
- Ability to anticipate needs, identify emerging opportunities and challenges, and proactively bring forward solutions
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders
- Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team while taking ownership of work and driving assignments forward independently
- Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced environment where priorities and circumstances can change quickly
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current on political, policy, communications and industry developments
What We Offer
- A collaborative, entrepreneurial workplace culture that values curiosity, innovation and teamwork
- The opportunity to work directly with senior advisors, clients and decision-makers on high-profile files at the intersection of business, politics, media and public opinion
- Meaningful responsibility, mentorship and opportunities to accelerate your career in public affairs and government relations
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, industries and public policy issues across Canada
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
The expected salary for this role is $77,000-$87,500 CAD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.
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.
Senior Consultant, Public Affairs and Government Relations in Toronto employer: NATIONAL Public Relations
At NATIONAL, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial workplace culture that values curiosity, innovation, and teamwork. As a Senior Consultant in our Toronto office, you will have the unique opportunity to work directly with senior advisors and high-profile clients, gaining meaningful responsibility and mentorship while navigating the dynamic landscape of public affairs and government relations. With a commitment to employee growth and a diverse portfolio of impactful projects, NATIONAL is an exceptional employer for those seeking a rewarding career in strategic communications.
