Government Relations, Senior Advisor
About the role
Requisition ID: 97199
Job Category: Marketing
Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 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.
As 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.
We are seeking a Senior Advisor, Government Relations to lead strategic engagement with government officials and key stakeholders. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep knowledge of public policy and political systems who can position Hatch as a trusted partner in advancing critical initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong networks with government officials through business council events, think tanks, symposiums, and similar forums.
- Facilitate follow-up meetings to identify and secure future opportunities.
- Communicate and “sell” Hatch’s value proposition effectively to government stakeholders.
- Strategize how events and engagements align with Hatch’s business objectives.
- Develop plans to connect with government ministers and demonstrate Hatch’s impact and value.
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to execute engagement strategies.
- Monitor political developments and identify opportunities for Hatch to contribute to policy discussions.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in government relations, public policy, or related fields.
- Undergraduate degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Journalism, or Law.
- Strong understanding of provincial and federal political systems.
- Proven ability to network and influence decision-makers.
- Self-starter with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to travel as needed (15%–25%).
- Previous experience working in either private sector, government relations, government ministries or policy
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of foreign affairs related to energy, natural resources, and infrastructure.
- Experience in roles such as political reporter, policy advisor, or government relations consultant.
Base salary range: $71,000 - $121,000
At 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.
Your 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.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don'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.
We'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. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
About Hatch
Our organization is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. We embrace your visions as our own and partner with you to develop better ideas that are smarter, more efficient, and innovative. Our global network of 10,000 professionals work on the world’s toughest challenges. Our corporate roots extend back more than a hundred years, and our experience spans over 150 countries around the world in the metals, energy, infrastructure, digital, and investments market sectors.
We are employee-owned and independent—free to bring our best thinking to your business. Our exceptional, diverse teams combine vast engineering and business knowledge, working in partnership with our clients to develop market strategies, manage and optimize production, develop new game-changing technologies, and design and deliver complex capital projects.
We work closely with the communities in which we serve to ensure that our solutions optimize environmental protection, economic prosperity, and cultural vibrancy. We want their businesses, ecosystems, and communities to thrive, both now and into the future.
Our people are passionate about our corporate purpose and values. We believe in long-term relationships with our partners, and are committed to our clients’ lasting success.
We are “entrepreneurs with a technical soul.”
Government Relations, Senior Advisor
About the role
Requisition ID: 97199
Job Category: Marketing
Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 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.
As 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.
We are seeking a Senior Advisor, Government Relations to lead strategic engagement with government officials and key stakeholders. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep knowledge of public policy and political systems who can position Hatch as a trusted partner in advancing critical initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong networks with government officials through business council events, think tanks, symposiums, and similar forums.
- Facilitate follow-up meetings to identify and secure future opportunities.
- Communicate and “sell” Hatch’s value proposition effectively to government stakeholders.
- Strategize how events and engagements align with Hatch’s business objectives.
- Develop plans to connect with government ministers and demonstrate Hatch’s impact and value.
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to execute engagement strategies.
- Monitor political developments and identify opportunities for Hatch to contribute to policy discussions.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in government relations, public policy, or related fields.
- Undergraduate degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Journalism, or Law.
- Strong understanding of provincial and federal political systems.
- Proven ability to network and influence decision-makers.
- Self-starter with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to travel as needed (15%–25%).
- Previous experience working in either private sector, government relations, government ministries or policy
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of foreign affairs related to energy, natural resources, and infrastructure.
- Experience in roles such as political reporter, policy advisor, or government relations consultant.
Base salary range: $71,000 - $121,000
At 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.
Your 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.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don'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.
We'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. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
About Hatch
Our organization is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. We embrace your visions as our own and partner with you to develop better ideas that are smarter, more efficient, and innovative. Our global network of 10,000 professionals work on the world’s toughest challenges. Our corporate roots extend back more than a hundred years, and our experience spans over 150 countries around the world in the metals, energy, infrastructure, digital, and investments market sectors.
We are employee-owned and independent—free to bring our best thinking to your business. Our exceptional, diverse teams combine vast engineering and business knowledge, working in partnership with our clients to develop market strategies, manage and optimize production, develop new game-changing technologies, and design and deliver complex capital projects.
We work closely with the communities in which we serve to ensure that our solutions optimize environmental protection, economic prosperity, and cultural vibrancy. We want their businesses, ecosystems, and communities to thrive, both now and into the future.
Our people are passionate about our corporate purpose and values. We believe in long-term relationships with our partners, and are committed to our clients’ lasting success.
We are “entrepreneurs with a technical soul.”