[Q931] - Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs (hybrid)

[Q931] - Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs (hybrid)

Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs (hybrid)

Questrade Financial Group (QFG) of Companies is committed to helping our customers become much more financially successful and secure. We are everything a traditional financial institution is not. At QFG, you will be constantly moving forward, bringing the future of fintech into existence. You will be a part of a collaborative team that cares deeply about our mission and each other.

What’s in it for you as an employee of QFG?

- Health & wellbeing resources and programs
- Paid vacation, personal, and sick days for work-life balance
- Competitive compensation and benefits packages
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Opportunities to contribute to community causes




- Work with diverse team members in an inclusive and collaborative environment

We’re looking for our next Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs. Could It Be You?

Working with the Head of Government & Regulatory Affairs, the Director role will support the development and implementation of the organization's provincial and federal government and regulatory affairs strategies related to key business priorities across QFG’s lines of business including Questrade, Questrade Wealth Management, Zolo, ThinkInsure, Flexiti, and Community Trust Company. This role will also manage strategic corporate projects, internal research and reporting requirements, and build relationships with key government and regulatory stakeholders.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Monitor, analyze and report on parliamentary and political developments, upcoming consultations, legislative, policy and regulatory changes, at the federal and provincial levels related to key QFG priorities
- Stay up-to-date on evolving economic, political, regulatory and social issues that affect our business




- Develop data and research products to support advocacy efforts and internal decision making
- Support the immediate supervisor by helping with work organization and operational planning
- Organize meetings with key stakeholders and decision makers (politicians, bureaucrats, etc.) to determine key issues and how QFG can contribute to the regulatory and policy development process; prepare related briefing materials as needed
- Work proactively and collaboratively with staff across QFG to problem solve and develop common approaches for promoting awareness and understanding of QFG priorities and initiatives within the different orders of government and with key stakeholders
- Project manage advocacy campaigns, events, and external activities




- Support the delivery of public affairs strategies to promote the company with public sector audiences, including media relations, digital content development, thought leadership/speaking opportunities and social media.
- Develop and maintain strong positive relationships with elected officials and their staff on the provincial and federal levels
- Continuously improve the management of processes under your responsibility.
- Devising and implementing communications strategies to proactively influence, educate and inform government and stakeholder audiences.
- Establish and maintain positive media relationships with a focus on national and Ontario-based media
- Collaborate with internal teams to monitor QFG's media share of voice and sentiment in relation to our GR engagement strategy; monitor and create social media content




- Help discover and assess partnership ideas and opportunities that align with Government Affairs priorities and overall enterprise objectives
- Maintain and ensure good governance and reporting regarding all engagements with government officials
- Supporting the management of crisis/reputational issues and response when needed both internally and externally to various stakeholders.
- Evaluate and manage organizational responses to inquiries from elected and non-elected decision makers.

So are YOU our next Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs? You are if you…

- Subject matter expertise or industry experience working in regulated financial environments, financial services, housing, investments, and/or fintechs
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-profile sensitive issues in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational skills, with a high level of attention to detail
- Excellent project management,



verbal and written communication skills
- Outstanding interpersonal, communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Experience building and executing communications and strategic engagement plans
- Demonstrated ability to build, develop, network, and grow internal and external stakeholder relationships
- High degree of judgment and discretion; ability to analyze, problem solve and mediate complex situations
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently remotely and as part of a team
- Thorough understanding of Canada’s political system(s), including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government
- University degree, college diploma or equivalent work experience in law, public affairs, government relations, policy, communications or journalism, political science or a related subject area




- Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience including policy, intergovernmental/stakeholder relations work, and strategic communications work
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Proficient with computer applications, including Google Suite, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Additional information:

- Please note this role will be required to be in office 3 days a week.

Sounds like you? Click below to apply!

At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued. You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential.

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The original job offer can be found in Kit Job:
https://www.kitjob.ca/job/89826775/q931-director-government-and-regulatory-affairs-hybrid-toronto/?utm_source=html