Associate - Summer 2026

Strategy Corp; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an Associate for Summer 2026 in its Management Consulting, Government Relations or Communications practices. The ideal candidate will conduct research, assist project teams, and draft deliverables. Strong consulting experience and excellent writing skills are essential. The position offers a hybrid work environment with opportunities for career development and benefits including health and vacation time.

Benefits

Career development

Health benefits

3 weeks of vacation

Parental Leave Top-up

Phone and data allowance

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of consulting experience in relevant fields.
• Excellent writing skills with attention to detail.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexibly under tight deadlines.
• Experience with project teams for client deliverables.
• Knowledge of consulting methodologies.
• Ability to develop client reports and presentations.
• Interest in government/politics is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep research and analysis for client projects.
• Assist senior team members in formulating evidence-based advice.
• Draft high-quality deliverables.
• Help with new business proposal development.

Skills

Consulting experience

Excellent writing

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Project management

Client report development

Interest in government/politics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Associate Opportunity at StrategyCorp for Summer 2026.

Who we are

StrategyCorp is Canada’s trusted public affairs, communications and management consulting advisor. Our professionals create the conditions for success for our clients by helping them to strategically manage both the substance and the politics of their opportunities or challenges. And we do this by bringing together the disciplines of management consulting, public affairs, and strategic communications to leave no material stone unturned in advancing our clients’ interests.

What we’re looking for

Position: Associate

StrategyCorp is seeking an Associate for its Management Consulting, Government Relations or Communications practices. Our ideal candidate is an up-and-coming consultant professional that shares our passion for delving into complex issues that require strategic thinking, problem solving, and a good understanding of consulting tools and best practices.

StrategyCorp has a fast-paced environment and we expect a lot from our Associates – with responsibilities that include conducting deep research and analysis, assisting senior project team members in formulating evidence-based advice for clients, drafting high quality deliverables, and assisting with new business proposal development. With these responsibilities comes an unparalleled opportunity to get exposure to the substance and politics of complex issues and projects that provide outstanding opportunities to grow as a consulting professional.

Qualifications

To be successful you will need to possess :

• 1 - 2 years consulting experience in either management consulting, government relations or communications, servicing public, private and non-profit sector clients in highly regulated or highly scrutinized sectors;
• Excellent writing with superior attention to detail – particularly taking complex subjects and relaying them in clear and concise ways
• Critical and strategic thinking skills, and aptitude for problem solving
• Ability to work flexibly, often to tight deadlines
• Experience working within project teams to meet client deliverables and timelines;
• Experienced in collaborating with consulting teams with a mix of skills and experience levels to deliver outstanding client service and product quality;
• Knowledgeable in working with consulting methodologies and work approaches for addressing client service needs;
• Experienced in developing substantive and visually appealing client reports and presentations in a variety of media; and,
• Interest in government / politics an asset
• Someone who thrives in a high pressure environment.

Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word). Major strategy consulting firm experience is considered an asset.

What we offer

• Hybrid work environment
• Career development; we believe in growing our people and helping them achieve their goals
• Health benefits & Wellness Account, covered by us!
• 3 weeks of vacation, flex days and a long break during the holidays
• Parental Leave Top-up
• Phone and data allowance
• And a whole lot more…

A bit more about us

StrategyCorp is a consulting firm focussed on delivering integrated strategic communications, government relations and management consulting strategies. Our consulting expertise is broad – it comes from the highest levels of government, leading consultancies, and the private sector. We work collaboratively to help our clients overcome the biggest challenges and create conditions for success.

StrategyCorp is a fast-paced environment and we expect a lot from our people, but in return you will receive great experience. You’ll be working with a dynamic team on a variety of clients, giving you exposure to complex issues and projects that provide outstanding opportunities to learn and grow as a professional.

In addition, StrategyCorp is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We also offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know when you submit your application.

We appreciate all expressed interest in this position, however only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. January 2, 2026.

How to apply

Which StrategyCorp service group are you interested in joining?

Which office is your preferred location?

Please provide us with the top three reasons why StrategyCorp should hire you as an Associate.

Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?

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