Manager, Government Relations

Shape Public Policy.

Advance the Profession.

Strengthen Ontario's and Canada's Economic Future.

CPA Ontario is seeking a strategic and purpose-driven Manager, Government Relations to help advance policy solutions that strengthen the public interest and support a competitive Canadian economy.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with elected officials, political staff, and ministry stakeholders across Ontario and federally, representing CPA Ontario in policy and stakeholder forums.
• Monitoring, analyzing and responding to legislative, regulatory, and political developments to identify risks, impacts, and opportunities.
• Developing evidence-based policy positions through briefing materials, submissions, presentations and advocacy materials aligned with CPA Ontarios strategic priorities.
• Supporting advocacy initiatives and campaigns, including participation in government consultations, stakeholder engagements and coordinated outreach activities to advance public policy objectives.
• Providing strategic advice and briefing support to senior leadership, including preparation for government and external stakeholder meetings.
• Collaborating across teams to ensure consistent messaging, accurate reporting, and alignment with regulatory and organizational requirements, including ensuring compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.

• A post‑secondary graduate in public policy, political science, law, economics, business, or a related field; a graduate degree or a professional designation is an asset.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in government relations, public policy, advocacy, or a related field, ideally within a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of political and legislative processes.
• To be a strong communicator who can translate complex policy issues into clear, concise, and compelling Messaging.
• Proven ability to develop and draft evidence‑based policy positions.
• To be politically astute with sound, ethical judgment, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive and complex issues effectively.
• Identify policy trends and develop insights based on these.
• To build relationships, and be able to influence and engage stakeholders across government and internal teams.
• To be a highly organized, self‑starter, analytical, and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.

The starting annual salary for this position is between $82,900 and $103,700 per annum, based on candidates qualifications, experience, and internal parity. Exceptions may be considered with further review.

We support your well‑being through industry‑leading benefits, mental health resources, savings programs, and a sustainable approach to how work gets done.

We are committed to inclusion as a core part of how we operate, not as an afterthought.

We have a hybrid working environment, with three days a week on‑site, complemented by 2 days of work‑from‑home time.

We want those days you work from home to be comfortable and offer a one‑time bonus towards a home office when you start.

We invest in your growth through learning and professional development opportunities, stretch projects, secondments, and genuine paths for career progression.

We are intentional about the hybrid model and the work we do benefits from being together. The pace reflects the profession we serve; it can be demanding, but the work matters, and the team around you is invested in the same outcomes.