Role: Consultant, Policy and Public Affairs (Canada)

Location: Remote, preference for Ottawa-based candidates 

Job description 

Clear Strategy is seeking two Policy and Public Affairs Consultants to join our team. These roles are both client-facing and will support an exciting client roster with government affairs, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, communications, policy, and advocacy. 

We are building an agency that thinks about government and public affairs differently, and we are looking for candidates who are excited to learn and build with us.  

These roles are a perfect fit for those with a passion for politics and policy, and are interested in building strategies to help shape the external operating environment. The ideal candidate will be someone with an eye for detail, and an ability to manage multiple project streams while working in a dynamic environment. 

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to 

• Legislative, traditional and social media monitoring in order to: 

• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, or risks.

• Prepare updates for clients, ensuring timely, and accurate dissemination of information.   

• Supporting diverse client accounts through: 

• Desk research, project management, and coordination.  

• Producing well-structured and detailed reports. 

• The development and execution of stakeholder mapping and engagement exercises, including direct lobbying if not under a lobby ban. 

• Building key messaging and communications strategies, including media relations. 

• Contributing to client deliverables, including meeting agendas, stakeholder maps, briefing and strategy documents, stakeholder letters, and emails. 

• Contributing to ongoing company success by proactively identifying areas for operational improvements and efficiencies.  

Preferred skills & qualifications 

• 2+ years of relevant professional experience, ideally in Canadian government or an agency. 

• A strong interest in politics, policy and advocacy. If you have experience or interest in sustainability, agriculture, food and nutrition, supply chains, or technology, please let us know! 

• Experience using, interpreting, and advising on: 

• Legislative tracking in Canada, with a knowledge base of parliamentary and legislative processes. 

• Monitoring tools to create routine and issues-based monitoring reports. 

• Strong analytical skills, and an ability to assess and interpret policies and regulations.  

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Strong attention to detail and project management skills. 

• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.  

• Capable of working in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. The ability to take initiative, be flexible, and adapt is critical.  

• We are looking for colleagues that demonstrate curiosity, hustle, and a keen interest in growing and developing their skills. 

• Eligible to work in Canada, with a preference for Ottawa-based candidates. 

What we offer  

• We are a boutique agency, and our team is entrepreneurial with a growth mindset. We are building a culture that’s perfect for passionate, lifelong learners, and doers. 

• We have a supportive and collaborative team culture that values professional development.  

• We will facilitate your ongoing growth and development by supporting your attendance at relevant conferences, events, and networking opportunities. 

• We are a rapidly growing team, and there is significant opportunity for career growth and advancement. 

• A full-time position with competitive salary, benefits, performance-based bonuses and other incentives. 

• Generous paid time off. 

• Remote working environment although we offer anytime access to WeWork and Toronto-based associates meet at WeWork at least once a week (optional!).   

About us  

Clear Strategy is a boutique policy and public affairs agency that helps clients shape their external operating environment. Our expertise lies at the intersection of business, public affairs, policy, and government relations, which positions us as a strong and effective partner to our clients. Because every client has different needs and specific challenges, we create bespoke strategies and engagement plans, and operate as an extension of their team.  To learn more about us, visit www.ClearStrategy.ca. 

To apply please send cover letter and resume to  careers@clearstrategy.ca with the subject: “Consultant, Policy and Public Affairs”. 

We will review applications on a rolling basis. Apply early! 

 Thank you for your interest in our team! Kindly note that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.