Temple Scott Associates (TSA) is seeking a Government Relations Consultant

Temple Scott Associates (TSA) is seeking a Government Relations Consultant

190 R. O'Connor St, Ottawa, ON K2P 2R3

Temple Scott Associates (TSA) is an established government and public relations firm whose clients range from Fortune 500 corporations to associations and charities to promising start-ups. Our clients rely on TSA for strategic, impactful and innovative solutions that allow them to operate successfully in Canada’s challenging government and public environments.

TSA operates across multiple sectors, including financial services, energy and environment, entertainment and culture, transportation, health care, telecommunications and technology.

We are seeking an experienced consultant, to work onsite in TSA’s Ottawa office, with a proven commitment to client success. You must be able to work collaboratively with other members of our team in a flat management structure.  You will be responsible for providing government relations counsel and support to many of Canada’s and the world’s leading companies and organizations.

Responsibilities:

  • As part of an Account Team, provide strategic advice and support on key TSA accounts active in a variety of sectors, including financial services, consumer products, energy, and transportation.
  • Develop professional written materials, reports and summaries for TSA clients.
  • Assist with the development and execution of government affairs strategies and programs, designed to achieve clients’ public policy goals.
  • Trackrelevant federal and provincial legislation and proceedings and prepare summaries as required.
  • Coordinate and manage client meeting programs and Hill Days.
  • Review governmentreports, consultations, policy announcements and other relevant developments for decisions and trends that affect TSA clients.
  • Conduct policy analysis as required.
  • Proactively contributewith business development.
  • Networkwithin relevant government and political contacts.

Qualifications:

  • University degree in political science, economics, communications or a comparable field.
  • MUSThave 2-4 years experience working in government affairs or in a public policy capacity OR 2-4 years experience working as Ministerial, House of Commons or Senate staff, or within Government.
  • Knowledge of the Federal Government decision-making process and the federal legislative processes.
  • Strong network of contacts within the Federal Government.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Professionalwritten and oral communication skills.
  • Consistentattention to detail.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bilingualism is an asset.

Please submit resume and cover letter to info@tsa.ca no later than December 16, 2022.  Only candidates who provide a cover letter and resume to info@tsa.ca will be considered.