Senior Advisor, Government Relations

Highlights of the job

EPCOR’s Public and Government Affairs Group has a Full Time Permanent opportunity for a Senior Advisor, Government Relations working out of our Edmonton office. This opportunity is open to Internal and External candidates. Current EPCOR Employees, please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address. This position is eligible to participate in EPCOR’s Where We Work hybrid program depending on business needs and upon meeting the eligibility requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional with a robust understanding of government processes and a passion for public policy. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Government Relations, the Senior Advisor will be responsible for building relationships, gathering intelligence, advocating to governments, managing issues, and ensuring compliance for lobbying activities. Your expertise will be crucial in conducting research and analysis, communicating government-related developments that impact EPCOR's strategic goals, and supporting representing EPCOR’s interests to governments. You will have the chance to make a significant impact by supporting work that advances EPCOR’s strategic goals.

As a Senior Advisor, Government Relations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing EPCOR's government relations strategy. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders (internal and external) to ensure alignment between our business objectives and public policy initiatives. You will provide strategic advice and insights on legislative and regulatory developments, helping to navigate complex political landscapes. Your ability to communicate effectively on behalf of the organization will be essential in driving positive outcomes.

What you’d be responsible for Stakeholder Relations & Engagement:

Intelligence Gathering & Information Dissemination:* Using formal and informal sources and channels to identify forthcoming government priorities and directions to enable EPCOR to proactively engage to influence decision-making.

Research & Analysis; Advocacy & Issues Management:* Conduct comprehensive research on legislation, policy, and jurisdictional best practices, and draft succinct summaries that include assessment of implications. This requires an ability to understand a broad scope of issues and the potential impact on EPCOR’s different business lines.

Operational Excellence & Compliance:* Refine and execute processes to ensure corporate-wide compliance with lobbyist legislation and reporting requirements, and codes of conduct for government officials, including offering gifts and hosting, and tracking as required.

What’s required to be successful

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: MGMT

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Application deadline: April 20, 2025

EPCOR Employees: Please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.

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Please note the following information:* A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)