{"id":3733810,"url":"https://alion.io/job/hatch-senior-advisor-government-relations","title":"Senior Advisor, Government Relations","company":{"id":674714,"name":"Hatch","domain":"hatch.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/hatch-5","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Public Policy","role_family":"Public Policy","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Mississauga, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":100000,"max":121000,"currency":"CAD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":86463},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":10,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-24T07:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-24","last_verified_at":"2026-11-05T03:01:32Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":12,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":12},"description":"Requisition ID: 101894\nJob Category: Consulting; Administration/Support\nLocation: Mississauga, ON, Canada\nJoin a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.\nAs part of our Shared Services group, comprised of Finance, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, Commercial, Legal and Facilities, we support the business achieve their goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure delivery of services through the skills of our people, methodologies, and systems.\nSenior Advisor, Government Relations\nHatch is embarking on an exciting new chapter as we build our inaugural Government Relations practice - a strategic capability that will shape how we collaborate with policymakers, advance priority issues for our clients, and position Hatch as a key enabler of government projects around the world. This is a unique opportunity to join a team at its inception and help support its direction and impact as a Senior Advisor, Government Relations.\nWe are seeking only the best and brightest - strategic thinkers, relationship builders, and self-starters - who want to help architect a worldclass Government Relations function within a global, entrepreneurial engineering and consulting organization. As part of this founding team, you will have a direct hand in standing up new processes, shaping our advocacy approach, and building long-term partnerships across government and industry.\nAs a Senior Advisor, Government Relations you will carry out strategic engagement with government officials and key stakeholders across Hatch’s various operating geographies. Your role will have two core components:\nNetworking and Advocacy\nYou will work with colleagues from various Hatch teams as part of core business pursuit campaigns, providing expert advice on government decision-making process, political considerations / influence opportunities, and carrying out mappings of the government / stakeholder ecosystem.\nYou will be a dedicated advocate of Hatch’s value proposition, seeking every opportunity to promote Hatch’s capabilities to government officials / associated stakeholders. You will plan and carry out networking activities, helping position Hatch as a key enabler of government projects in infrastructure, energy, and mining + metals.\nPolicy Analysis and Training Support\nYou will support Hatch executives through professional policy / political analysis, assessing the opportunities / impact of various legislations and regulatory changes on Hatch’s operations.\nYou will also help design and carry out ‘‘Government Relations 101’’ trainings for other Hatch executives across our various geographies, mapping out the political / decision-making ecosystem, identifying business opportunities for Hatch through engaging in government relations, and training Hatch execs on how to carry our government relations/stakeholder outreach\nThis role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep knowledge of politics and public policy as well as strong sales and networking abilities. Past working experience in Canadian politics / policy is necessary and a strong understanding of politics/public policy in the United States, Australia, South America and Europe is a definite plus.\nYou are an experienced mid-level professional capable of independently carrying out advocacy / networking activities as well as writing quality briefing notes and in-depth memos on short notice. You are capable of running multiple projects / campaigns simultaneously and are always willing to go the extra mile to support colleagues as needed.\nAt Hatch, we’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure and spirit of entrepreneurship mean your voice will be heard, your ideas will matter, and your contributions will support decision-making.\nIf you possess strong networking skills, are ready to work as part of a high performing team, and are energized by the opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up, this role is for you. Reporting to the Director of Government Relations, you will support offices globally working from our Mississauga, Ontario office location.\nAs the successful candidate, you will:\nBuild and maintain strong networks with government officials through business council events, think tanks, symposiums, and similar forums\nFacilitate follow-up meetings to identify and secure future opportunities\nCommunicate and “sell” Hatch’s value proposition effectively to government stakeholders\nStrategize how events and engagements align with Hatch’s business objectives\nDevelop plans to connect with government ministers and demonstrate Hatch’s impact and value\nCollaborate across multidisciplinary teams to execute engagement strategies\nMonitor political developments and identify opportunities for Hatch to contribute to policy discussions.\nYou bring to the role:\nMinimum 10 years of experience in politics, government relations, public policy, foreign affairs, business development, or related fields\nUndergraduate degree in Public Policy, Government, Political Science, Journalism, Business, Law or related disciplines\nMaster’s degree in Public Policy, Government, Political Science, Journalism, MBA, Law or related disciplines\nExperience with Canadian politics (federal or provincial) and / or public policy research and analysis is necessary. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Ontario and/or Western Canada\nExperience with work related to energy, natural resources, infrastructure or defense is an asset\nKnowledge of foreign affairs, geopolitics, trade, and defence is an asset\nProven ability to network and influence decision-makers\nSelf-starter with excellent communication and relationship-building skills\nAbility to travel as needed (15%-25%).\nCompetencies (Knowledge, Skills, Attributes required):\nData Collection & Analysis: Help develop data collection processes, setting up efficient mechanisms for Hatch government relations databases\nTrack and report stakeholder meetings, business intelligence, and necessary follow-ups\nPolicy and Legislative Analysis: Monitor, interpret and analyze legislation, regulations, and political + economic trends \nNetworking: Carry out networking initiatives, singularly focused on promoting Hatch’s brand and value proposition \nRelationship Management: Build and maintain networks with government officials, industry associations, and stakeholders \nGovernment Procurement: Develop a strong understanding of government procurement processes as well as formal and informal factors influencing the selection of winning procurement bids\nStrategic Thinking: Lead the development of advocacy strategies aligned with organizational objectives \nProject & Event Management: Organize campaigns, stakeholder meetings, and government relations events efficiently \nCommunication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication for preparing briefs, reports, and presentations; bilingual (English/French) strongly preferred \nCritical Thinking & Decision Making: Evaluate complex issues, prioritize actions based on risk and opportunity \nAdaptability: Respond effectively to evolving political environments and work imperatives\nCollaboration: Work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners \nCompliance & Ethics: Knowledge and adherence to lobbying regulations and ethical standards\nBase salary range: $100,000 - $121,000\nAt Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.\nYour individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.\nWhy join us?\nWork with great people to make a difference\nCollaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions\nTop employer\nWhat we offer you?\nFlexible work environment\nLong term career development\nThink globally, work locally\nDon't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.\nWe're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. 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