Overview
Junior Associate Jobs in Ottawa, ON at McMillan Vantage
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The business
When businesses or organizations have a pressing challenge, McMillan Vantage has the senior expertise with a deep understanding of what you need to know, when you need it most. Our vision is to become the firm of choice for clients requiring government relations, strategic communications, advocacy, Corporate Purpose and Sustainability advisory services. McMillan Vantage is unique in Canada thanks to our strategic partnership with one of Canada’s leading national business law firms—McMillan LLP. Learn more here.
The role
McMillan Vantage is hiring a Junior Associate beginning May 13, 2024 or on a mutually agreed upon date. This individual must have completed their Masters or undergraduate degree.
The successful individual is looking to build a career in government relations, communications, and public affairs consulting on behalf of Canadian businesses, industry associations and not for profits. This individual should bring a perspective that is unique from previous work (paid or volunteer) or educational experiences in order to advance our client’s files.
Team Vantage operates in a hybrid model. This individual would be encouraged to spend the equivalent of two days a week in our Toronto or Ottawa office.
The responsibilities
McMillan Vantage consultants are talented, highly-organized team players with the ability to work effectively on several projects at one time. Some of the responsibilities for a Junior Associate include:
Researching and synthesizing complex information across platforms
Developing excellent first drafts of materials such as PowerPoints, key messages, briefing or issues notes and policy papers under the direction of more senior consultants
Summarizing and analyzing political and policy environments through reviews of Hansard, jurisdictional policy scans, and statements made by policymakers online and in the media
Monitoring of applicable press conferences, government announcements, funding programs, committees and question period debates
Providing account support such as organizing meetings, producing call summaries and creating project schedules / to do lists
Learning about new sectors and issues in support of McMillan Vantage new business development
The qualifications and competencies
Completed a Masters or undergraduate degree with a focus in political science, public administration, history, economics, law or a related field
Proven experience working independently with strong time and project management skills
Excellent verbal, writing and editing skills in English (French is an asset)
Interest in learning on their feet and continuously improve
Share in our commitment to advancing The Vantage Way and producing the highest quality of work for our clients
The details
Please apply by submitting a resume and thoughtfully answering the Application Questions found on Ultipro. A cover letter is optional.
We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Title: Junior Associate
Company: McMillan Vantage
Location: Ottawa, ON
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