Global Public Affairs (Global) is looking for a talented, early career professional to join our Alberta team as an Associate Consultant. This full-time position, based in Edmonton or Calgary, offers a positive work environment and the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the country.
The Associate Consultant role is an entry-level consulting position for candidates with 0-2 years of experience.
The ideal candidate will be well-organized, proactive, strategic thinker, possess strong verbal and written communication skills and is looking to further develop and expand upon their skill set. Previous experience in the field of government, public policy, or communications is considered an asset but not required.
We are looking for someone who can work independently within a broader team structure. Client servicing makes up the bulk of the daily workload which includes monitoring policy and legislative issues, drafting various documents such as briefing notes and presentations, and ensuring client expectations are understood and met. This requires significant organization skills when dealing with multiple projects, within a fast-paced team atmosphere. And while this role has specific tasks, Global is looking for a team member who is excited to learn from colleagues and clients, proactively contribute, and think outside the box to support advocacy objectives of clients.
Reporting to the Alberta team but working primarily with the Western Canada team as a whole, this position offers a positive work environment, and the opportunity to collaborate with a well-connected network of colleagues across the country.
Global is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Global values inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations. If you require accommodations, please contact Stephanie Elyea selyea@globalpublic.com or 613-866-2925 to make a reasonable accommodation request.
Salary will commensurate with experience. The Associate Consultant position range is $60,000-$75,000.
Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to cv@globalpublic.com.
Please include reference number INTR-AB-1002 in the subject line of your email and in your cover letter. No phone calls please. Only qualified candidates will receive a call back for interviews.
About Global Public Affairs
Global Public Affairs is Canada’s largest privately-owned public affairs firm. With offices in 12 jurisdictions across the country, we work with an ever-expanding list of Canadian and international clients in multiple aspects of their business, providing comprehensive strategic government relations and communications counsel and services – from research and strategy development to full project implementation. Whether through government advocacy, managing a crisis or conducting community consultation, pursuing the many elements of effective public affairs is fundamental to the success of any organization. Tailoring our approach to meet our clients’ needs is fundamental to the success of any public affairs strategy. From our inception in 1995, we have built a solid track record of helping organizations of all sizes, and in a variety of sectors, meet their business objectives. Our guiding principle, From Insight to Impact, is at the heart of our work.
