Director, Government and Industry Affairs

7 days ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada CLHIA Full time
Director, Government and Industry Affairs - Toronto

Imagine a job where YOU can utilize your exceptional interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with both internal and external teams.

Add a great collaborative team, a challenging variety of work, excellent work life balance, and you have imagined a job at the CLHIA.

About the CLHIA

CLHIA is the respected voice of Canada's Life and Health insurers. Our work concerns the lives of all Canadians. We work alongside our members to advance public policy solutions that ensure a sound and vibrant life and health insurance industry that allows Canadians to enjoy greater financial security and access to valuable supplementary health benefits.

We are a stable and secure association that has been busier than ever. We are a small close-knit team that works together to make sure the association runs smoothly. This position is currently a hybrid position where you are expected to attend the Toronto office at least 2 days a week.

The Right Fit:

We believe the kind of person you are matters. We have a culture of respect and caring, and we want employees who will thrive in our environment. When we hire, we consider your potential and how you may fit with our team.

You will succeed here if you are:

  • An excellent communicator – you will be collaborating with not only our internal team but with stakeholders and member companies.
  • Independent – you are self-motivated and manage your time well.
  • Flexible – this is a position where you will have to approach an issue through different angles.

The Position:

Reporting to the Vice President, Government & Public Affairs, the Director, Government & Industry Affairs is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and maintaining advocacy programs, primarily at the federal level. The Director's focus will be on the value of life and health insurance industry as well as key files related to the products and services of the sector including health benefits, pensions, and retirement savings as well as issues related to the Insurance Companies Act (ICA).

What you will be working on:

  • Proactively propose/plan, develop and deliver the CLHIA advocacy with elected and public officials at the federal and provincial levels.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the political/electoral landscape and issues relevant to the life and health insurance industry.
  • Coordinate with CLHIA's subject matter experts to identify and respond to industry issues that may emerge in legislatures across the country.
  • Lead the federal advocacy program on key files.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with member companies.
  • Engage with other industry-related allies or interest groups.
  • Cultivate relationships with key influencers including officials, legislators, and regulators.

What you will bring:

  • 5 - 10 years' experience working in a government relations or advocacy capacity.
  • University degree in a relevant field (e.g. political science, economics, or related field)
  • Proven ability to lobby both federally and provincially.
  • Previous financial services experience, knowledge of the life and health insurance industry, and/or experience with member-based organizations.
  • Research, analytical, and problem-solving skills to understand issues affecting the life and health insurance industry.
  • Organizational, project management and time management skills to manage multiple projects.
  • Must be able to register as a federal lobbyist.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team.
  • Bilingual English/French is an asset.

How to apply:

Please submit your resume through LinkedIn or email to clhiacareers@clhia.ca

The CLHIA is committed to ensuring fair and inclusive employment practices. On request, we provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

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