Government Relations Consultant

Government Relations Consultant

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA

Expected Salary Range:  $100,943 - $126,179 Annually

Target Variable Performance Pay:  10%

The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.

The Government Relations Consultant is responsible for leading municipal policy and issues management activities aligned with the organization’s corporate objectives, with a focus on City of Toronto operations. Working closely with senior leadership and municipal stakeholders, the role provides policy analysis and strategic advice on emerging issues, identifies and mitigates risks in coordination with internal business units, and pursues advocacy on sensitive matters.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Key Responsibilities

Represents Toronto Hydro in highly politicized and high‑risk situations affecting brand and reputation, such as complex or sensitive customer escalations, as well as broader corporate interests

Serves as Toronto Hydro's liaison with elected officials at the ward/riding level (Councillors, MPP’s, MP’s) to resolve issues, identify and mitigate broader corporate risks, and in the promotion of positive customer and stakeholder experience

Executes strategies to mitigate emerging or identified risks by working closely with subject matter experts and collaborating with government officials

Generates qualitative and quantitative analysis on emerging municipal and provincial issues to advise senior management

Conducts research and environmental scanning of the industry and like organizations to understand and validate best practices on emerging risks and issues

Conducts reviews of government reports or proposals to inform risk mitigation activities and prospective lines of advocacy in support of corporate objectives

Monitors and reports on developments at City Council, including Council and Committee agendas and meetings

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy or a related field

Five (5) or more years of experience in communications, public policy or government relations, including stakeholder relations

Demonstrated experience writing communications products including briefing notes and key messages

Strong understanding of municipal and provincial government processes, including the City of Toronto’s operations

Demonstrated experience engaging with municipal public officials and office holders on complex or sensitive issues

Experience working in municipal government or municipal government relations strongly preferred

Knowledge of energy‑related policies and the utilities industry is considered an asset

Demonstrated experience advising and working with senior leaders on the development and implementation of issues management strategies

Proven analytical, political acuity and problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detail

Strong relationship management skills to build trusted relationships with leaders, internal and external stakeholders

Strong networking skills developed through government relations, industry associations and professional associations

Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to negotiate

Proven ability to manage competing priorities and adapt in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits

24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare

Company‑paid life insurance and long term disability

Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)

Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)

Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

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