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Consultant, Public Affairs

Job in Montréal, Province de Québec, H2B, Canada
Listing for: Burson
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-07
Job specializations:
  • Government
    Government Administration, PR / Communications
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Public Affairs Consultant – Ottawa
We are looking for a public affairs consultant to support client work requiring strong federal government expertise and stakeholder engagement. This role is ideal for someone who understands how decisions are made in Ottawa and is comfortable operating in government‑facing environments. You will work closely with senior leaders and support clients across sectors such as healthcare, technology, financial services, energy, and infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting the development and execution of federal public affairs and government relations strategies

Monitoring and analyzing federal political, legislative, and regulatory developments, translating insights into actionable recommendations

Supporting engagement with federal stakeholders, including government officials, policymakers, and industry associations

Contributing to lobbying‑related activities, including preparation of materials and ensuring alignment with federal requirements

Conducting policy research and developing briefing notes, position papers, and strategic recommendations

Building and maintaining stakeholder maps and engagement plans

Supporting client meetings, consultations, and government engagement initiatives

Advising on messaging, positioning, and stakeholder engagement approaches

Tracking and evaluating the impact of public affairs initiatives

What You’ll Need To Succeed

3-4 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, political roles, or strategic communications

Strong understanding of the federal government ecosystem, including parliamentary processes and decision‑making structures

Exposure to federal lobbying activities and government engagement strategies

Ability to build and maintain relationships with federal stakeholders

Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills

Ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, compelling narratives

Ability to engage in lobbying activities in compliance with applicable federal regulations

Experience working with government, industry associations, or advocacy groups

Bilingualism (French and English) is a strong asset

Strong organizational and project management skills

A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with a strong interest in public policy

Benefits

Work on high‑impact federal public affairs mandates

Engage with key decision‑makers in Ottawa

Be part of a collaborative, high‑performing team

Benefit from mentorship and career growth opportunities

Thrive in a flexible and supportive environment that values initiative and impact

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