Senior Program Manager, Policy and Regulatory Affairs

Careers at Remitly Nicaragua; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation

Health benefits

Mental health & family forming benef

RRSP plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life Insurance & Disability

Continuing education

Job summary

Remitly is seeking a Senior Program Manager for Policy and Regulatory Affairs to shape and execute Canada government relations strategy. You will manage external relationships with policymakers and work with our Canada leadership team to advance regulatory priorities.

This role requires 7+ years in public policy, a bilingual English/French capability, and a strong network in Ottawa or Toronto. The position operates in a hybrid setting with on-site days as required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in government affairs or public policy.
• Strong network in Ottawa.
• Experience influencing federal/provincial policy outcomes in Canada.
• Ability to advise senior leadership and align across functions.

Responsibilities

• External engagement with Ministers' offices, MPs, and provincial offices.
• Policy monitoring and impact assessment for regulatory developments.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Compliance, and Communications.

Skills

Government affairs

Policy advocacy

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor's in Public Policy/IR/Political Science

Graduate degree (plus)

Job description

Job Description:

At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it's supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we're not just here to move money— we're here to move our global customers forward.

We're looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that's you and you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.

About the Role:

As a Senior Program Manager for Policy and Regulatory Affairs (PRA), you'll be a key principal on our Global Policy and Regulatory Affairs team. You will be responsible for shaping and executing Remitly's government relations strategy for Canada, directly advocating for our priorities with policymakers, and managing a portfolio of relationships with key external organizations. You will report to our Head of Policy and Regulatory Affairs for the Americas and work closely with our Canadian leadership team including Remitly's General Manager for Canada, Chief Compliance Office for Canada and Head of Legal for Canada.

You Will:

• External EngagementMeet regularly with Ministers' offices, Members of Parliament, provincial Premiers' offices, and staff in support of the company's legislative and regulatory priorities. Build strong working relationships with federal departments and agencies relevant to Remitly, including those responsible for financial services and innovative technologies. Help shape and execute Remitly's federal and provincial PRA strategy, including developing engagement plans, policy priorities, and advocacy materials, such as one-pagers and talking points, to advance our policy positions. Participate in industry trade association meetings and manage trade group activity on priority issues; build a network of relevant contacts in third-party organizations within the payments ecosystem to execute government relations priorities.
• Policy MonitoringProactively track, monitor, and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments. Assess potential business impacts of emerging policies and clearly communicate actionable insights to internal leadership. Contribute to regular team reporting by providing detailed updates on advocacy milestones, legislative tracking, and key performance metrics.
• Cross-functional CollaborationPartner closely with internal Legal, Compliance, Communications, and business teams. Ensure all external messaging and public-facing engagements are seamlessly coordinated and aligned with the company's advocacy priorities and overarching business objectives.

You Have:

• 7 + years experience in government affairs, public policy with a strong emphasis on direct engagement with policymakers and external relationship management. Ideally, this includes time at federal or provincial government offices and within a fintech, payments, or financial services policy and regulatory affairs team.
• Proven experience in government relations strategies with a deep network of relationships in Ottawa.
• Demonstrated success influencing federal and/or provincial policy outcomes in Canada and a strong understanding of Canadian government processes, regulatory environments, and stakeholder landscapes.
• Proven ability to advise senior executives and drive alignment across business functions.
• Executive presence, strong written/verbal communication, political judgment, and the ability to translate policy into business impact.
• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, International Relations, or Political Science. A graduate degree is a plus.
• Bilingual English/French capability.
• Ottawa or Toronto based

Compensation Details.

The starting base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $175,000. In Canada, Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan.

Our Benefits

• Four weeks vacation
• Health Benefits
• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
• RRSP plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life Insurance & Disability
• Continuing education

Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together

At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster.

Under the Company's current hybrid-work expectations, employees in this position work onsite Tuesday through Thursday each week. Additional onsite attendance may be required based on business needs, and the Company may modify its hybrid-work expectations from time to time. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.