Manager, External %26 Regulatory Affairs

Iamgold; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company is seeking a Manager, External & Regulatory Affairs to shape project futures in Quebec. This role involves influencing public policy, managing regulatory processes, and engaging with Indigenous communities. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, 7-10 years of relevant experience, and is bilingual in French and English. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health spending account

Fitness & wellness subsidy

Employee share purchase plan

Pension plan with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of relevant experience, ideally in mining project approvals.
• Strong understanding of Quebec legislation and regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

• Champion IAMGOLD’s strategic priorities in Quebec.
• Lead project approval processes including regulatory submissions.
• Engage with Indigenous communities and key stakeholders.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Strategic mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science or related field

Job description

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

Start Your Next Opportunity with IAMGOLD

IAMGOLD is seeking aManager, External & Regulatory Affairsto 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.

Beyond regulatory affairs, you will play an essential role in community and Indigenous engagement. You’ll support the development of engagement strategies, assist with community events, and contribute to future negotiations with Indigenous communities. You will also help drive sustainability performance by supporting the development of metrics and reporting frameworks for our Quebec projects.

What You Need to Succeed

To excel in this role, you’ll need abachelor’s degree in political science, social sciences, sustainability, or a related field, along witha minimum of 7 to 10 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, negotiation, 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.

If you are a collaborative leader with a passion for public policy and community 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.