Consultant or Senior Consultant, Federal Government Relations Practice

Consultant or Senior Consultant, Federal Government Relations Practice

February 17, 2026

We’re looking for an ambitious individual to join the Enterprise Canada team in Ottawa. Working with the Enterprise Canada Team, you will assist our clients in working with the federal government.

This role offers an opportunity to tackle some of the most pressing and complex issues affecting Canada today. You’ll work with multinational corporations, national companies, government bodies, not-for-profit organizations, and industry associations. We’re seeking an experienced government relations professional to lead client files, conduct insightful research, communicate effectively, and develop impactful strategic plans that deliver measurable results.

A strong understanding of the political environment and deep writing skills are a must. Ideal candidates will have previous experience working in public affairs consulting.

Location: Ottawa
Salary Range: $80,000 – $110,000

• Craft and implement strategies for government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy
• Buildand sustain productive relationships with government stakeholders, industry partners, and clients
• Monitor and analyze current events, political developments, and major policy trends across Canada
• Design and execute integrated campaigns incorporating policy advocacy, media relations, and/ordigital strategies
• Manage client relationships, including coordinating meetings and ensuring projects align with expectations
• Draft policy briefings, speeches, press materials, and digital content
• Ensure adherence to lobbying and ethics standards for public affairs professionals
• Prepare responses to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and contribute to developing pitches for new business

• One to three years’ experience in government relations or public affairs; or comparable experience
• Post-secondary education or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of current affairs, political actors, andpublicpolicy issuesin Canada
• Ability toprovidestrategic advice and guidance
• Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely
• Advanced research and analytical abilities
• Capability to lead client files, manage projects effectively, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and sustain client relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Power Point
• Additional language skills or research experience are considered valuable assets

• Fun, energetic, and collaborative working environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• You get to work with a team of tightknit creative thinkers
• Modern open-concept facilitieslocatedin five cities across the country

Enterprise Canada is a national strategic communications and public affairs firm. With offices across the country, we bring together an experienced team with backgrounds in government marketing, advertising, public relations, corporate communications, public relations and journalism.

Enterprise Canada’s integrated service offering includes Creative Currency , its wholly owned advertising agency and content studio.

In 2024, Creative Currency was identified by AdWeek magazine as first among the Top 10 fastest growing agencies in the United States and Canada. It was the only Canadian agency to be included in the list.

We work in both official languages and deliver communications advice and services to some of Canada’s largest companies and biggest brands.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to  with the subject line ‘Ottawa Senior Consultant’.