Job Description:

The Canadian Government Relations team leads contact between TD Bank Group and all orders of government in Canada. We advise and execute on advocacy, while complying with all lobbying rules in Canada. We coordinate across all business lines and corporate functions, to have a clear landscape view of the issues that matter most to TD and advocate for public policy outcomes that meet the public interest. The Government Relations team works closely with our Corporate and Public Affairs (CAPA) colleagues as well as business leaders and control functions to ensure that we understand the opportunities, risk and goals for TD in the public environment.

ROLE OVERVIEW, RESPONSIBILITIES, EXPERIENCE

• This role will on advance the bank's public policy and government relations agenda.
• Lead internal discussions with TD subject matter experts, business line leads and control functions about government policy matters that affect TD.
• Take the lead on designing advocacy strategies that align to TD goals, while being aligned to the public interest.
• Executing on advocacy strategies, as agreed with TD partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key members of the public service and political staff, while always representing TD.
• Work closely with the rest of the Government Relations and Public Affairs team to ensure that the advocacy approach on one issue is aligned with the overall approach with governments, and that the federal, provincial and local priorities are appropriately calibrated.
• Work closely with our Corporate and Public Affairs (CAPA) communications partners to ensure that TD's Government Relations activities are aligned to our brand, values and public positioning.
• Continue to build a network of individuals in the public sector and public policy community that are Canadian thought leaders in areas of interest to the Bank.
• Ability to navigate a large organization dealing with complex policy matters, while balancing a variety of interests.
• Being the "face of TD" with the public sector on a variety of issues and representing TD values.
• Strong communications skills, both verbally and written.
• Position requires a proactive, industrious approach to driving an agenda, building and able to influence outcomes.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working in the public sector as an elected official, political advisor, public servant or regulator and has well-established credibility and trust with stakeholders.
• Proven experience in Government Relations, public affairs or advocacy, and the ability to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of how to build successful advocacy programs.
• Specific expertise in financial sector public policy.
• Stays one step ahead by being early to recognize new opportunities.
• Is highly self-aware and can read the intentions and emotions of others to create a better outcome.
• Has a strong network and will eagerly work to expand it.

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES, ACCREDITATION

• 10 years+ experience in politics, government or public policy.
• Graduate level education preferred, or candidates that have a technical designation(s) in addition to government experience.
• Experience in financial services or large regulated/publicly traded company an asset.
• Excellent judgment in dealing with sensitive issues and providing counsel to senior executives.
• Bilingualism (English/French) an asset.

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you've got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we're here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing - and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development
If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD - and we're committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you'd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement (Quebec only):
Sans Objet