Senior Advisor, Community Relations; Eastern Ontario

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada’s future with our high‑speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high‑impact challenge? We are looking for a Senior Advisor, Community Relations. Please note that the candidate may be based in one of our two offices:
Toronto or Ottawa.

This role reports to the Manager, Community Relations. The Senior Advisor, Community Relations is responsible for the day‑to‑day deployment of public, stakeholder and municipal government engagement plans and other consultation activities to support the Project’s development. As part of their activities, they develop and maintain close relations with local stakeholders, including interest groups and individuals interested in or potentially affected by the Project.

In collaboration with the corridor team and project partner, they provide strategic advice on the various issues and opportunities associated with the Project and guide the consequent development of appropriate consultation activities. Responsibilities may also extend to specific stakeholder files which could include participation in expert working groups or committees. The Senior Advisor will also represent the Project at local, regional or provincial events.

• Advise management on various issues, solutions, and opportunities related to the Project.
• Implement engagement plans and strategy.
• Establish and maintain regular contact with regional stakeholders and municipal contacts.
• Act as liaison with concerned citizen groups.
• Represent the Project at various regional events.
• Guide the Media Relations and Internal Communications team in developing and revising communication tools required for consultations.
• Liaise with external consultants for the logistical organization and deployment of consultation activities.
• Ensure rigorous documentation of consultation approaches and efforts within the Borealis platform.

• Bachelor's degree in communications, administration, political science, urban planning or any other field related to the position.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in communications and community relations or in related fields of expertise.
• Knowledge of Ontario and Eastern Ontario socio‑economic and political issues.
• Knowledge of municipal political and administrative structures in Ontario.
• Strong sense of ethics.
• Bilingual (French and English), spoken and written (an asset).
• Proficiency in technological and office electronic tools (in particular, the Microsoft suite).
• Understanding of the specificities related to the reality of Indigenous groups in Canada (a strong asset).
• Experience in project management (an asset).
• Experience with regulatory processes (federal and/or provincial), such as the Impact Assessment Act (an asset).
• Knowledge of the public transit and rail transportation sectors and their specific issues (an asset).
• Knowledge of linear projects or infrastructures (an asset).
• Knowledge of the Borealis platform (an asset).

• Action and results‑oriented.
• Exceptional judgment and rigor.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize complex concepts.
• Ability to deal with uncertainty and ambiguity.
• Respect the organization’s ethics and values.
• Ability to create and maintain good relationships.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts, share them clearly in public, and write well‑crafted messaging that demonstrates this.
• Good listening and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm in the face of intense or potentially hostile situations.

• Requires frequent travel and flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends.
• Requires a valid driver's licence.

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex‑Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward‑thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.