Manager, Government Relations

Intact

. Develop and execute government relations strategies aligned with IFC’s business objectives .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$118,700 - CA$145,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in government relations and public affairs, with a strong focus on strategic communication and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex projects while fostering relationships with government and industry stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Government Relations Strategy DevelopmentTeam Leadership and ManagementPublic Policy AnalysisExceptional Written and Verbal CommunicationBilingualism (English and French)

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Hard Skills

Government RelationsPublic AffairsPolitical AnalysisStrategic CommunicationLobbyingProject ManagementWorkflow ManagementPolicy MonitoringAdvocacy EffortsFinancial Services Industry Knowledge

Soft Skills

Interpersonal Relationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsMultitaskingPositive AttitudeCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Federal GovernmentProvincial GovernmentNon-Governmental OrganizationsTrade AssociationsESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)CommunicationsPolitical Science

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute government relations strategies aligned with IFC’s business objectives
Manage and support government relations and advocacy efforts at federal and provincial levels
Identify, analyze, and monitor public policy and political issues and initiatives affecting key markets
Provide counsel and advice to senior leaders and business units
Oversee and contribute to strategic communications products, including speaking notes, briefing materials, and presentations
Foster and maintain relationships with government decision makers, policy makers, advisors, non-governmental organizations, trade associations, and other stakeholders
Keep IFC lobbying registries up to date and accurate
Manage a team of 2 talented, driven high performers
Collaborate with Legal, Climate, Social Impact/ESG, Communications, and other business areas to align on issues affecting IFC across markets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 8 years of experience in a provincial or federal government or private-sector government relations/public affairs role is required
Minimum 5 years of experience leading or managing a team of direct reports
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lobby federally is an asset
Experience with issues affecting the financial services/insurance industry is an asset
Post-secondary education in Political Science or a related field
Highly organized and able to manage workflow efficiently with autonomy and flexibility and without continuous supervision
Proven ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and expectations simultaneously
High degree of professionalism and ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships
Team player with a positive attitude
For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required to interact regularly with English-speaking colleagues across the country
Must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout employment; Intact does not provide immigration sponsorship or support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits supporting physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine and Wellness account
Share plan and other savings: up to 12% of salary or more
Annual bonus plan with a 15% target and potential payout of up to double the target, subject to personal and company performance
Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) with Intact matching 50% of net shares
Defined benefit pension plan with opportunity for guaranteed income for life
Workplace adjustments/accommodations for people with disabilities