Global Director, Government & Industry Affairs

Bombardier; Dorval; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombardier seeks a Director, International Government and Industry Affairs to lead our global government relations and policy strategies from the Aerospace Canada organization. You will shape engagement with governments across Europe, Canada and beyond, guiding campaigns and regulatory insights with senior leadership.

The role requires extensive experience in public policy, strong communications in English and French, and proven ability to manage international teams and budgets.

Qualifications

• You have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of related experience in Government or Industry Affairs, or Public Policy roles.
• You hold a bachelor degree in public affairs or a related discipline.
• You have strong knowledge in Government Affairs, Public Affairs, Public Policy and International Affairs/Trade.
• You have excellent communication skills, English and French (both spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of a Government Affairs presence in Europe and other regions to proactively develop relationships with key government and industry stakeholders.
• Monitor regulatory and policy developments that may impact Bombardier’s interests, and report on these to key internal stakeholders.
• Influence policy and regulatory developments, with a view to advancing Bombardier’s interests in Canada, Europe and other key regions.
• Develop and implement engagement strategies with government and industry stakeholders to address specific issues as they emerge.
• Provide troubleshooting support to various Bombardier functions for issues where governments play a role.
• Explore, identify and apply for programs to support training, R&D, industrialization initiatives and defence, in line with Bombardier’s priorities.
• Proactively manage and leverage Bombardier’s membership to key industry associations in Europe, Canada and other key markets, to advance our interests and priorities.
• Provide leadership in strategy development and implementation for advancing Bombardier’s sustainability agenda.
• Support our defence campaigns, working closely with the sales and marketing team.
• Develop and implement strategies for pre-tender engagement to position our defence solutions and influence requirements setting.
• Identify and deliver on thought leadership opportunities in defence policy.

Skills

Public policy

Government affairs

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in public affairs

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Bombardier seeks a Director, International Government and Industry Affairs to lead our global government relations and policy strategies from the Aerospace Canada organization. You will shape engagement with governments across Europe, Canada and beyond, guiding campaigns and regulatory insights with senior leadership.

The role requires extensive experience in public policy, strong communications in English and French, and proven ability to manage international teams and budgets.