Strategic Government Relations Manager

Intact FC; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Pension plan

Wellbeing programs including telemedec

Diversity and inclusion policies

Job summary

Intact Financial Corporation is seeking a Manager, Government Relations to develop and execute the company’s government affairs strategy across federal and provincial levels in Canada. You will collaborate with Legal, Climate, ESG, Communications and other teams to align on policy issues and organizational goals.

The role requires 8+ years in government relations, 5+ years of leadership, and exceptional communication skills. A bilingual candidate in Quebec is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in government relations/public affairs (federal/provincial)
• Minimum 5 years leading or managing a team
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Lobbying at the federal level is an asset
• Experience with financial services/insurance is an asset
• Postsecondary education in Political Science or related field
• Highly organized with autonomous workflow management
• Multitasking across projects and expectations
• Professional interpersonal skills and teamwork
• Quebec bilingualism is required for interaction with English-speaking colleagues

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute government relations strategies aligned with IFC’s objectives
• Manage lobbying efforts at federal and provincial levels
• Identify and monitor public policy issues affecting key markets; advise senior leaders
• Create strategic communications materials (speeches, briefs, presentations) with teams
• Build and maintain relationships with government decision makers and trade associations
• Ensure lobbying registries are accurate and up to date
• Lead a team of 2 high performers to achieve objectives

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Policy analysis

Public affairs

Education

Political Science degree

Job description

Intact Financial Corporation is seeking a Manager, Government Relations to develop and execute the company’s government affairs strategy across federal and provincial levels in Canada. You will collaborate with Legal, Climate, ESG, Communications and other teams to align on policy issues and organizational goals.

The role requires 8+ years in government relations, 5+ years of leadership, and exceptional communication skills. A bilingual candidate in Quebec is preferred.