Strategist Government Affairs

## Strategist Government Affairs Apply remote type:
Hybrid:
Remote and Office locations:
North York, ON, CANtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
June 22, 2026 (16 days left to apply) job requisition :
71611
** Posting End Date:
** June 21, 2026
** Employee Type:
** Regular-Full time
** Union/Non:
** This is a non-union position

At Enbridge, we are committed to advancing safe, reliable energy while building strong relationships with the communities and governments we serve. We are seeking a Strategist, Government Affairs to support Enbridge’s engagement with the Government of Ontario and help shape the public policy environment impacting our business. This role plays a key part in strengthening our corporate reputation and advocacy efforts across the region.

You will collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver strategic value and support key business priorities.

We'd love to hear from you! Apply today for this extraordinary opportunity with Enbridge!
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* What You Will Do:

*** Build and maintain positive, effective relationships with key government stakeholders primarily in Ontario, including political, elected (e.g. Members of Provincial Parliament) and ministerial contacts.
* Produce high-quality written materials to support management and executive decision-making, including briefing notes, presentations, backgrounders, and external communications.
* Support the coordination and execution engagement and advocacy strategies with external organizations and third parties.
* Contributes to the development, implementation and tracking, and continual improvement of annual strategic engagement plans to support Enbridge’s business priorities in Canada, while enhancing the image and reputation of Enbridge.
* Work closely with colleagues to ensure alignment on issues and execution of inter-related advocacy strategies to advance Enbridge interests and projects.
* Provide regional areas of expertise and government relations support to all Enbridge Business Units.
* Develop specific advocacy strategies for all Business Units who are interacting with or impacted by the Ontario government.
* Develops, recommends, advocates and influences approaches to public policy challenges pertaining to the Ontario government.
* Support development of company positions on key public policy issues and advocate on behalf of Enbridge.
* Drafting background briefs and analytical summaries on key government and regulatory initiatives, programs, policies, and announcements for internal consideration and action.
** Who You Are:
*** Related university degree with 7+ years of progressively responsible public affairs/government relations experience in a corporation, agency or government with a track record of success.
* Understanding of public policy, campaigns and coalition-building, strategic thinking and project execution.
* Knowledge of the energy sector and its regulatory environment is an asset.
* Commitment to continuous learning and skill upgrading.
* Proven ability in developing, implementing and reporting on strategic public affairs/government relations plans.
* Proven capability in building and leveraging strong internal and external networks.
* Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
* Strong writer who is also comfortable and experienced with presentation programs.
* Skilled in influencing, negotiation, and navigating complex, high-profile environments.
* Capability to operate effectively through cross functional accountabilities and authorities.
* Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively negotiate and influence in sensitive and high-profile situations.
* Established experience in planning, implementing, and leading change initiatives including ensuring adequate change leadership.
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* Working Conditions:

*** Typical office environment with up to 30% travel required primarily within Ontario but could also include other provinces and the United States.

Salary Ranges from $ – $ CAD for Ontario locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity.
** Benefits:
*** A flexible benefits program that allows each…