Government Relations Specialist

5 days ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CLHIA Full time

Job Overview

The 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.

This role will be responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and maintaining advocacy programs, primarily at the federal level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Accountable for the development and implementation of advocacy action plans on key issues for the CLHIA.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the political/electoral landscape relevant to the life and health insurance industry.
  • Lead the federal advocacy program on key files.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with member companies.
  • Coordinate with CLHIA's subject matter experts to identify and respond to industry issues.
  • Engage with industry-related allies or interest groups.
  • Cultivate relationships with key influencers.

Requirements

  • 7-10 years' experience in a government relations or advocacy capacity.
  • University degree in a relevant field.
  • Proven ability to lobby both federally and provincially.
  • Previous financial services experience and knowledge of the life and health insurance industry.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Organizational and project management skills.
  • Must be able to register as a federal lobbyist.
  • Bilingual English/French is an asset.


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