Lead public affairs strategy for technology clients at Edelman, using government relations expertise across hybrid teams in Ottawa or Toronto. Advise clients through complex policy environments.
As Director, Public Affairs, you will lead client accounts and integrated strategies spanning government relations, stakeholder engagement, issue management, and communications. You will translate political, policy, and stakeholder developments into practical business insights. The position also includes relationship building with government and industry stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead day-to-day client accounts and provide strategic counsel
Develop integrated public affairs and government relations strategies
Monitor policy risks and opportunities affecting clients
Engage officials, associations, and external stakeholders
Support proposals, pitches, and practice growth
Requirements:

Five to ten years in public affairs or related fields
Experience developing public affairs and stakeholder strategies
Understanding of government decision-making and policy development
Experience engaging officials and public servants directly
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication
Bring strategic counsel, stakeholder engagement, and government relations experience to Edelman’s technology client portfolio.

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Director Public Affairs Technology Clients