Senior Consultant Public Affairs British Columbia
Senior Consultant Public Affairs British Columbia
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Who we are:
Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams industryleading technologies and breakthrough creative we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.
Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal and follow us on LinkedIn andInstagram.
More about the role:
We are looking for a Senior Consultant to join our growing Western Canada Public Affairs team based in either Vancouver or Victoria. The ideal candidate will have a passion for client service problemsolving and will bring established networks with the provincial government as well as local governments and BCs political and business communities.
The position will be responsible for providing strategic government relations and advocacy counsel for a diverse portfolio of client accounts ensuring that client satisfaction is maintained at the highest level. You will apply strategic thinking and oversight to client programs deploy the firms resources to achieve client objectives monitor client projects on a daytoday basis and work as part of a team mentoring and networking with your peer group.
What youll do:
- Creating and executing comprehensive government relations advocacy communications and stakeholder engagement plans that support our clients business objectives
- Exercising creativity and problemsolving to devise innovative strategies to address potentially complex client issues or public affairs challenges
- Counselling clients on government relations responses and messaging related to crises and issue developments
- Crafting compelling engaging and wellinformed messages and advocacy materials including briefing notes backgrounders fact sheets position papers submissions presentations and responses to requests for proposals)
- Leveraging existing relationships with an established network of political/governmental officials and developing additional contacts where needed to allow for expert analysis and insights into current political issues and policy priorities
- Working in an integrated way with Sector Leads Specialty Experts and other leaders across the business to provide integrated support and service
- Participating in new business development strategies to cultivate new client opportunities
- Exploring digital advocacy and social media tools to benefit clients potential clients and the agency
- Complying with all relevant lobbyist registration legislation and regulations
- Measuring and reviewing the success of H&K programs for clients against stated goals
Experience that contributes to success:
- Minimum 4 to 5 years experience in public affairs government or political role; agency experience is a considerable asset
- Postsecondary degree in political science public policy communications or similar program or commensurate combination of education and experience
- Sector subject matter expert with strong working knowledge of the industry trends and relevant stakeholder networks is preferred
- Demonstrated understanding of the British Columbia political environment and public policy process; established network of provincial political/government and stakeholder relationships. Similar network at the municipal level is an asset
- Client service mindset with the ability to establish grow and maintain strong relationships with client contacts; ability to function as a trusted resource and counselor
- Proven ability to provide thoughtful insights and strategic recommendations based on a broad understanding based on the political and policy landscapes to achieve clients objectives with government stakeholders
- Experience in supporting multiple client programs and initiatives working across account teams and supporting both junior and more senior team members
- Strong project and budget management skills ability to delegate and prioritize
- Entrepreneurial spirit motivated with an interest in identify and secure new business opportunities
- Excellent verbal written and presentation communications skills
- Collaborative approach to working with a highperforming team
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You belong at Burson:
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading academy company for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills expand their networks and ultimately produce the best solutions for todays leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs which include professional development opportunities mentorship programs with industry leaders a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.
At Burson were an agency of learnitalls. We recognize that the things we do best creativity and communications require a level of nuanced understanding. Thats why its imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we cant do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas fostering constructive dialogue cultivating meaningful experiences and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of viewyour talentis what makes you a #BursonPerson and its how we deliver exceptional results for our clients together.
We believe the best work happens when were together fostering creativity collaboration and connection. Thats why weve adopted a hybrid approach with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
