Western Lead, Public Policy and Government Relations, TELUS Health

at  TELUS

Location:Calgary, AB, CA, T2H 3B8 Vancouver, BC, CA Edmonton, AB, CA
Req ID: 45253
Jobs by Category: Health
Job Function: Communications
Status: Full Time
Schedule: Regular

A BIT ABOUT US

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.
You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.
TELUS Health is an IT leader in Canada that focuses on the health sector. Our mission is to improve the way information is being used along the continuum of care to better the health of citizens in Canada and in selected countries.
Disclaimer: In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, as a condition of employment, all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery, are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada.
The health and safety of our team, customers and communities is paramount to TELUS. Accordingly, we require anyone joining our TELUS Health Care Centres to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance, experience and location. Additionally, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

• Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
• Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
• Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
• Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
• Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
• And much more

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Shape and execute TELUS Health public policy and government relations strategy including:

• Managing complex policy issues and developing proactive solutions
• Building and nurturing strategic relationships with political leaders, public servants, industry stakeholders, and relevant third-parties
• Supporting revenue generation through collaboration with our public sector sales team
• Creating compelling policy positions and communications materials
• Collaborate closely with public relations and communications colleagues to support public narratives and positioning
• Empowering TELUS team members with advocacy training and support
• Providing regular strategic updates and support to executive leadership

BY APPLYING TO THIS ROLE, YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT YOUR INFORMATION WILL BE SHARED WITH THE TELUS GROUP OF COMPANIES’ TALENT ACQUISITION TEAM(S) AND/OR ANY LEADER(S) WHO WILL BE PART OF THE SELECTION PROCESS.

Salary Range: $94,000-$142,000
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 15%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance, experience and location. Additionally, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

• Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
• Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
• Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
• Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
• Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
• And much more …