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Vice President, Government Relations

Vice President, Government Relations

WSP • Toronto, ON, Canada
27 days ago
Salary
CA$195,980.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Step into a pivotal leadership role where your strategic vision shapes WSP’s government relations agenda across Canada and beyond. As Vice President, Government Relations, you will influence public policy, build powerful partnerships, and position WSP as a trusted advisor to decision‑makers at every level of government. This is an opportunity to lead with impact, navigate complex stakeholder environments, and advance initiatives that matter to communities, clients, and the future of infrastructure.

Your Impact

  • Lead and execute comprehensive government relations strategies that advance WSP’s business objectives across municipal, provincial, and federal governments.
  • Build and maintain high‑impact relationships with legislators, senior government officials, policy‑makers, and key external stakeholders.
  • Partner with regional and business leaders to align public affairs initiatives with strategic growth priorities.
  • Monitor, analyse, and proactively respond to legislative and regulatory developments affecting WSP’s operations.
  • Represent WSP within industry associations and advocacy groups to strengthen influence and collective impact.
  • Provide strategic insights and guidance to commercial and risk management teams on public policy considerations.
  • Oversee and direct external government relations firms to ensure alignment with WSP’s objectives and values.
  • Support WSP’s international ambitions by engaging with Canadian and foreign embassies and consulates.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • 15+ years of progressive experience in public policy, government relations, or regulatory affairs, including senior leadership roles.
  • Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Proven ability to influence policy outcomes and manage complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
  • Strong strategic mindset with experience aligning public affairs initiatives to business objectives.
  • Analytical, data‑driven approach to synthesising complex information and advising leadership.
  • Private‑sector experience and a collaborative leadership style.
  • Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

Compensation

Starting at: $195,980

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.

Ready to shape the future? Join WSP and help shape the policies, partnerships, and decisions that move communities forward.

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