Western Lead, Public Policy & Government Relations

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Western Lead, Public Policy & Government Relations

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA, T2H 3B8 Vancouver, BC, CA Edmonton, AB, CA

Jobs by Category: Health

Job Function: Communications

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Regular

Description

Be a leader in advancing TELUS Health as the most trusted wellbeing company in the world.

Join our team and what we'll accomplish together

TELUS’ businesses are driven by social purpose and we are laser-focused on creating impact. In particular, TELUS Health is dedicated to empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our purpose, we leverage leading-edge technology and focus on individual uniqueness to shape the future of health. TELUS Health’s lines of business include digital solutions for governments, payors and providers; virtual and in-person healthcare delivery; and retirement and benefits solutions. Our team members are united in their commitment to continuous innovation, making healthcare more accessible and delivering improved health experiences for everyone.

As Western Lead, Public Policy & Government Relations for TELUS Health, you'll drive strategy and execution of government relations initiatives across Western Provinces. You'll manage relationships with key stakeholders including executives, government officials, and civil society. Reporting to (and working closely with) the Director of Government Relations for TELUS Health, your role will be crucial in advancing TELUS Health's policy objectives and supporting business development opportunities. You will work closely with all parts of the organization to ensure advocacy efforts are cohesive and effective. Your energy, drive and resilience will get the job done and help create better health outcomes for all Canadians.

What you’ll do

Shape and execute TELUS Health public policy and government relations strategy including:

• Managing complex policy issues and developing proactive solutions
• Building and nurturing strategic relationships with political leaders, public servants, industry stakeholders, and relevant third-parties
• Supporting revenue generation through collaboration with our public sector sales team
• Creating compelling policy positions and communications materials
• Collaborate closely with public relations and communications colleagues to support public narratives and positioning
• Empowering TELUS team members with advocacy training and support
• Providing regular strategic updates and support to executive leadership

Qualifications

What you bring

• Minimum 5 years of government relations experience or substantial political sector experience
• Proven track record in issues management and stakeholder relationship development
• Demonstrated ability to influence policy across different levels of government and political parties
• Experience in cross-functional project leadership and stakeholder alignment
• Strong understanding of the Canadian healthcare ecosystem
• Proven ability to support business development initiatives
• Excellence in strategic communication, policy development and presentation skills
• Adaptable approach to changing priorities and comfortable with ambiguity
• Results-oriented mindset with focus on achieving policy and business objectives
• A relentless positivity and get-stuff-done approach

Great-to-haves

• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is a notable asset.
• Deep understanding of healthcare policy, technologies and implementation.
• Strong understanding and relationships in provincial politics

By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.

Salary Range: $94,000-$142,000

Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 15%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance, experience and location. Additionally, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

• Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
• Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
• Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
• Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
• Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
• And much more …

Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting may be subject to change in 2025.

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

TELUS Health is an IT leader in Canada that focuses on the health sector. Our mission is to improve the way information is being used along the continuum of care to better the health of citizens in Canada and in selected countries.

Disclaimer: In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, as a condition of employment, all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery, are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada.

The health and safety of our team, customers and communities is paramount to TELUS. Accordingly, we require anyone joining our TELUS Health Care Centres to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.

Health

We’re looking for clinicians, programmers, product developers, sales and marketing people, customer support, and everyone in between. If you have a penchant for turning information into better health outcomes, then we want you to help us develop, implement and manage the most innovative healthcare solutions possible.

We are honoured to be recognized

21,166
Physicians using TELUS Health electronic medical records

140 million+
Health claims processed using TELUS Health solutions

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.