Ville : Head Office / Siège Social

Catégorie : Corporate Communications

Industrie : Banking

Employeur : BDC

We are banking at another level.

Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Choosing BDC as your employer also means:

• Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few   

• In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1

• A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life

• Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more... 

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Senior Advisor, Public Affairs and Stakeholder Relations at BDC, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our engagement with federal government stakeholders. Your expertise in building and operating a comprehensive strategic relationship program and your deep understanding of the federal landscape will be essential in advancing BDC’s mission to support Canadian businesses.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

• Conceive and operate a contact program supporting the development and cultivation of strong relationships with key government officials, agencies, and industry stakeholders to enhance BDC’s visibility and influence.

• Develop and implement effective communication strategies and approaches that effectively articulate BDC’s performance, objectives and initiatives to government audiences.

• Monitor and analyze federal policies and regulations impacting the financial sector, Crown corporations, small business, among others, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

• Develop strategies and approaches for meaningful, objectives-based engagement with government stakeholders and/or representatives, with a goal of being present at the intersection of discussions related to the growth of Canadian businesses.

• Work closely with internal teams to align government relations strategies with BDC’s overall business objectives and initiatives.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in government relations, communications, or public affairs, preferably within a financial institution or the financial sector.

• A degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Business, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications in government relations or public policy are an asset.

• Deep understanding of the federal government structure, processes, and key players, with a proven track record of successful engagement.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively.

• Demonstrated ability to build, organize and sustain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, industry leaders, and community organizations.

• Significant track record in designing communication strategies for major initiatives with stakeholders and business audiences

• Fluency in both official languages is a requirement (french and english).

Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at accessibility@bdc.ca.

While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.