Manager, External %26 Regulatory Affairs

Iamgold; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Manager, External & Regulatory Affairs in Quebec to influence public policy and manage government relationships. Responsibilities include overseeing project approvals, analyzing legislative risks, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, at least 7 years of experience, and strong bilingual communication skills. Attractive benefits package offered, along with opportunities for remote work depending on location.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Extended health, dental, and insurance coverage

Health spending account

Fitness & wellness subsidy

Registered pension plan with company match

Employee share purchase plan with company match

Electric vehicle subsidy

Summer hours and holiday office closure

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, ideally including work on mining project approvals in Quebec.
• Strong understanding of Quebec's legislative and regulatory landscape.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Champion strategic priorities in Quebec.
• Support and execute strategies that influence public policy.
• Lead coordination of project approval processes.
• Monitor and analyze legislative developments.

Skills

Bilingualism in French and English

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science, social sciences, sustainability, or related field

Job description

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

Start Your Next Opportunity with IAMGOLD

IAMGOLD is seeking a Manager, External & Regulatory Affairs to champion IAMGOLD’s strategic priorities in Quebec. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our projects by building strong relationships with government, Indigenous communities and other key stakeholders.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and executing strategies that influence public policy and regulatory outcomes aligned with IAMGOLD’s operations and development projects in Quebec. You will lead the coordination of project approval processes, including regulatory submissions and communications with government authorities, and serve as a key liaison between IAMGOLD and external stakeholders.

You will monitor and analyze legislative developments and represent IAMGOLD in industry associations. Your insights will guide senior leadership on political and regulatory risks and opportunities, while your collaboration with internal teams will ensure alignment between policy positions and business objectives.

What You Need to Succeed

To excel in this role, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree in political science, social sciences, sustainability, or a related field, along with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, ideally including work on mining project approvals in Quebec. Bilingualism in French and English is essential, as is a strong understanding of Quebec’s legislative and regulatory landscape.

You’ll bring excellent communication and relationship-building skills, along with a strategic mindset and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

We offer an attractive total rewards package that includes a competitive salary and bonus, extended health, dental and insurance benefit coverage, a health spending account, fitness & wellness subsidy, employee & family assistance program, registered pension plan with company match, employee share purchase plan with company match, TFSA & RRSP, electric vehicle subsidy, summer hours and holiday office closure.

This role is based in Quebec City with travel required (20–30%) to our sites in Quebec and our Corporate office in Toronto. We can consider remote candidates, depending on their location and travel flexibility.

If you are a collaborative leader with a passion for public policy and engagement, we encourage you to apply.

We understand no candidate meets every qualification listed. If your experience differs but you believe you can add value to the role, we want to hear from you! We are committed to inclusivity and welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact us, and we’ll provide the necessary support.