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OPTrust

Senior Public Affairs Advisor

Toronto, ON, Canada

The range of expected compensation for this position is $104,550 to $128,763 per year. · Full-time

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Pay: The range of expected compensation for this position is $104,550 to $128,763 per year.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 19, 2026
Experience: Minimum 8 years’ experience working in government and/or public affairs.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

Senior Public Affairs Advisor

Department: Risk, Actuarial Services and Plan Policy – Public Affairs

Type: Contract - 12 Month

Location: Toronto (Hybrid)

Posting Date: November 4, 2026

At OPTrust, paying pensions today, preserving pensions for tomorrow is our mission and business.

When you choose OPTrust, you join a team of smart, talented people who fuel our success and have a passion for pensions. Everyone at OPTrust – in Toronto, London and Sydney – makes a meaningful impact. Our culture is driven by team members with different backgrounds and perspectives creating an inclusive and fulfilling place to work for everyone. We work in a fast-paced environment, but we find time to have fun and give back to the community.

What OPTrust offers you

Unique culture rooted in our core values – collaboration and teamwork, integrity, respect, flexibility, excellence and continuous improvement.
A purpose-driven environment where we all work towards the common goal of paying pensions today and preserving pensions for tomorrow.
A flexible, hybrid work model.
Benefits package after six months of consecutive employment.
Optional membership in our world-class defined benefit pension plan.
A dedicated inclusion, diversity and equity strategy with meaningful opportunities to participate, including our employee-led resource groups.

About the role

The Senior Public Affairs Advisor is responsible for managing OPTrust’s organizational reputation to external audiences, including media, stakeholders, Sponsors, and policy makers. The individual will advance OPTrust’s advocacy strategy and reputation management goals, as well as lead outreach and strategic growth initiatives, including plan expansion for OPTrust Select.

What you’ll do

Research & Analysis

Monitoring and analyzing the broader public policy environment as it relates to pensions and investment activity, briefing senior management and the Board of Trustees as needed, and developing strategic responses to emerging issues.
Identifying opportunities and implementing media relations strategies to gain exposure and build OPTrust’s reputation.
Preparing draft submissions on behalf of OPTrust in response to provincial and federal government consultations and policy.
Monitoring geopolitical events and the risks they may pose to OPTrust investments.
Preparing and reviewing internal and external communication materials and collaborating with internal departments to ensure all materials are aligned with key messages and reputation management goals.

Communication & Coordination

Leading outreach and strategic initiatives for OPTrust Select, working directly with prospective employers and members to grow the Plan’s membership.
Engaging in public speaking opportunities on behalf of OPTrust to cultivate further exposure for the Plan and the defined benefit model.
Advising senior management on strategic approach to external facing initiatives, such as media relations or interactions with policy makers.
Liaising with internal experts to produce briefing notes and reports on policy issues and respond to requests for information internally and from Plan Sponsors, government agencies and ministries.
Organizing external events with significant strategic objectives, including stakeholder engagements, conferences and panels.
Supporting the department head in developing and managing relationships with the Plan's Sponsors, public sector pension plans and other stakeholders.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Ensure clear understanding and adherence of all OPTrust’s policies, procedures, guidelines as well as living our values and fostering an inclusive culture.

What you bring

Minimum 8 years’ experience working in government and/or public affairs. Experience in the pension or financial sectors an asset.
Minimum Hon. BA in political science, communications, economics, or related field.
Direct experience with developing and supporting implementation of advocacy campaigns and/or business development.
Demonstrated understanding of pension policy, federal and provincial government, media relations, economics, and investment landscape.
Well-developed political acumen: ability to influence without authority.
Demonstrated experience presenting complex subject matter in everyday language.
Effective at linking organizational objectives to public policy objectives.
Demonstrated experience in interpersonal skills, and ability to work with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Creative, collaborative, flexible and results-oriented approach.
Ability to analyze and conduct extensive research related to emerging issues. Proven research, analytical skills and ability to think strategically.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and experience in public speaking and producing communication materials for both internal and external stakeholders.
Effective organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
Exemplify OPTrust’s values: collaboration and teamwork, integrity, respect, flexibility, excellence, and continuous improvement.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The range of expected compensation for this position is $104,550 to $128,763 per year.

Please submit your application via Workday by November 18, 2026.

Serving a membership as diverse as ours and investing in a global market means cultivating an environment that embraces inclusion, diversity, and equity in everything we do. OPTrust is an organization engaged in building on our unique and diverse strengths. We know a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, gender identities and perspectives are critical to achieving our shared goals.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please send a message to careers@optrust.com, or discuss your needs with the Talent Acquisition Consultant during the telephone screening. We will do our best to work with you and provide appropriate accommodation.

As an organization we’re seeking ways to respond to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Call to Action 92. We are working with the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business to build bridges with Indigenous communities and partners, and we have created an employee-led Reconciliation Working Group that will work with Indigenous experts to identify a path to reconciliation for our organization.

We thank all interested applicants, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Public Affairs Advisor manages the organization's reputation by engaging with media, stakeholders, and policy makers. They also lead advocacy strategies, outreach initiatives, and provide strategic advice to senior management regarding public policy and investment risks.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in government or public affairs and hold at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Strong analytical skills, political acumen, and the ability to communicate complex subject matter effectively are essential for this role.

Skills

Public affairs
Government relations
Media relations
Strategic communication
Advocacy
Policy analysis
Stakeholder management
Pension policy
Financial sector knowledge
Public speaking
Research
Briefing
Reputation management
Business development
Political acumen

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan
Hybrid work model
Benefits package
Inclusion, diversity and equity strategy
Employee-led resource groups

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Keywords

Public Affairs
Government Relations
Pension
Media Relations
Policy Analysis
Advocacy
Stakeholder Engagement
Reputation Management
Strategic Communications
Economics
Investment Landscape
Briefing Notes
Public Speaking
Business Development
Political Science
Risk Management
Defined Benefit Plan
Corporate Communications
Research
Project Management

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