Senior Strategy Manager – Fibre Municipal Engagement

TELUS

Senior Strategy Manager for TELUS's Ontario fibre municipal engagement. Leading government relations strategy and managing municipal stakeholders to ensure efficient fibre builds.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$86,000 - CA$136,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

government relationsmunicipal affairsinfrastructure developmenttelecom build programsmunicipal permittingutility coordinationregulatory processesproject managementstakeholder mappingbilingual (French/English)

Soft Skills

relationship-buildingcommunicationnegotiationcollaborationorganizational skillsability to navigate political environmentstime managementresults-orientedinterpersonal skillsadaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in BusinessBachelor's degree in Public AdministrationBachelor's degree in Political ScienceBachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Industry Keywords

municipal engagement strategyEastern Canada fibre buildpermit acquisitionregulatory coordinationFibre Community EnablementOntario subsidiesgovernment engagementcross-functional environmentpolitical decision-makersEastern Canadian market

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and Own a Fibre Municipal Engagement Strategy - Develop and govern a unified, proactive approach to municipal and government relations across all Ontario TELUS fibre build markets
Lead Fibre Growth Government Relations - Manage engagement across political, senior administrative, and operational levels of government in Eastern Canada
Enable and Accelerate Eastern Build Pipeline - Lead municipal engagement for the Eastern Canada fibre build pipeline
Manage Permitting and Regulatory Coordination - Oversee permit acquisition processes with municipal and utility stakeholders
Coordinate with Build and GTM Teams - Serve as the key interlock between municipal engagement activities and the broader Fibre Community Enablement team
Produce Intelligence and Executive Briefings - Maintain a regional stakeholder map of political decision-makers
Support Ontario Subsidies and Entity Onboarding - Partner with the Fibre PMO team to support Ontario subsidies programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Urban Planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in government relations, municipal affairs, infrastructure development, or telecom/fibre build programs
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex political environments and build relationships across all levels of government
Strong knowledge of municipal permitting, utility coordination, and regulatory processes in Canadian markets
Experience collaborating with a team of professionals in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Proven track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering results under tight timelines
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Experience working with programs at the municipal, provincial, and/or federal level is a strong asset
Bilingual (French/English) is a strong asset, particularly for Quebec and Eastern Canadian market engagement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures
Minimum 3 weeks of vacation
Flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
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