Senior Business Strategy Advisor

BC Hydro; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Vacation days

Pension plan

Flexible work model

Training & development

Job summary

BC Hydro is seeking a strategic communications and policy advisor to support early-stage hydroelectric investigation and expansion opportunities in Vancouver. You will work with engineering, Indigenous relations, regulatory, environmental, legal and communications teams to craft clear briefing materials and engage with government and communities.

You will help monitor sentiment, identify risks, and translate technical information into practical guidance while supporting media relations and

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in communications, public policy, business, planning or political science.
• IAP2, conflict management or negotiation training is an asset.
• Experience guiding strategy on complex infrastructure with early-stage development.
• Background in public policy, community relations, public consultation or government relations.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate technical info into clear advice.
• Excellent writing and editing for briefing notes and public-facing content.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with executives, governments and communities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, high-emotion environment.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and implementation of business strategy, communications, government relations and public engagement for early-stage hydroelectric opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering, Indigenous relations, regulatory, environmental, legal and communications teams.
• Develop briefing materials, presentations, issue notes and speaking points for executives and stakeholders.
• Design public engagement and communications tailored to project stage and complexity.
• Support engagement with local, provincial governments and communities.
• Monitor public sentiment and identify risks, issues and opportunities.
• Support socio-economic research, tracking and analysis.
• Provide strategic advice on how stakeholder input informs investigations and development options.
• Assist with media relations and regional community relations in coordination with the communications team.
• Contribute to government relations and policy work as needed.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Public engagement

Policy & government relations

Stakeholder management

Communications planning

Negotiation skills

Education

University degree in communications/public policy/business/political science

Graduate certification in IAP2/negotiation (asset)

Job description

No. of positions: 1

Closing date: August 21, 2026

About the job

What you’ll do

• This temporary position will be part of the hydroelectric investigation team, reporting to the (acting) Director, Hydroelectric Development and Strategy. This role will support the exploration of early-stage hydroelectric investigation and expansion opportunities. Working alongside the engineering team, the successful candidate will provide business strategy, communications, government relations and public relations support to help advance early-stage project investigation in a thoughtful, coordinated and credible way. What you\'ll do:
• Support the planning and implementation of business strategy, communications, government relations and public engagement activities for early-stage hydroelectric investigation and expansion opportunities.
• Work closely with engineering, Indigenous relations, regulatory, environmental, legal, communications and other internal teams to support integrated planning and decision-making.
• Develop and coordinate clear briefing materials, presentations, issue notes, speaking points, correspondence and other materials for executives, project teams, government and external audiences.
• Design and manage public engagement and communications appropriate to the stage, sensitivity and complexity of each project in close collaboration with a wide spectrum of subject matter experts.
• Support engagement with local and regional governments, provincial government, communities, stakeholders and other interested parties, in coordination with established internal programs and accountabilities.
• Monitor and assess public, political and media sentiment, and identify emerging risks, issues and opportunities.
• Support socio-economic strategy, research, tracking and analysis.
• Work closely with the communications team on media relations, issue management and regional community relations.
• Support government relations and policy work required to advance project development, as necessary.
• Provide strategic advice on how stakeholder input, public sentiment and broader policy considerations can inform project investigations and future potential development options.

What you bring

• A university degree, graduate certification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as communications, public relations, public policy, business, planning, political science or a related field.
• International Association of Public Participation (IAP2), conflict management and/or negotiation training are an asset.
• Experience guiding strategy on complex infrastructure development, with a focus on early-stage development.
• Background in public policy, community relations, public consultation, communications, government relations and/or stakeholder engagement.
• Strong strategic thinking, business judgment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to understand technical information and translate it into clear advice, materials and messages.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to prepare concise briefing notes, executive materials, correspondence and public-facing content.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to build credibility and effective working relationships with internal teams, executives, governments, communities and stakeholders.
• Experience designing or supporting engagement plans, communications strategies, issue management approaches or consultation processes.
• Experience and comfort working in high emotion environments with a commitment to listening and understanding underlying interests.
• Ability to work collaboratively and gain alignment in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Sound judgment in managing sensitive, high-profile or emerging issues, including the ability to anticipate risks and recommend practical responses.
• A proactive, adaptable and resourceful working style, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a fast- moving project environment.
• A commitment to continuous learning, collaboration and achieving results through influence, relationship-building and sound advice.

What we offer

• A comprehensive benefits package - A minimum of 15 paid vacation days - A lifetime pension - Flexible work model, depending on your role type - Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

• Please note that this opportunity is a one-year full-time temporary (FTT) position.
• Location : Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 5R3 Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays. Date Posted: 2026-08-07 Closing Date: 2026-08-21 52473937 For internal use

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click \'Apply\'

On the BC Hydro Careers site, click on the Apply button in order to complete the steps to apply for this job. Please be sure to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and include copies of your certifications, if applicable.