Policy Advisor

Summary

The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is looking for a dynamic, passionate, and driven policy professional to join our team as a Policy Advisor. This is an opportunity to dive into some of Canada’s most complex and urgent policy challenges.

At IBC, we are at the forefront of catastrophic risk, climate adaptation and sustainable finance issues, leading innovative conversations and crafting impactful solutions that influence public policy across the nation on behalf of our members. If you thrive in a fast-paced, varied environment and have a passion for making a difference, this role is for you.

Based in Toronto, as a Policy Advisor, you’ll work on high-stakes, complex issues like flood risk, earthquake risk, climate risk mitigation and cyber risk. You’ll conduct in-depth research and analysis to develop and articulate innovative policy positions that address today’s most pressing challenges. You will collaborate with Canada’s home, car, and business insurers to ensure their voices are heard on the national public policy agenda, while working closely with industry leaders to build consensus and represent their perspectives effectively. Your role will involve drafting compelling submissions for public consultations at both federal and provincial levels, preparing detailed briefing materials, reports, and policy notes for key meetings and committees, and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to advocate for transformative change in catastrophic and climate risk policy.

This role is an opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team tackling critical policy issues that affect millions of Canadians. You’ll work in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities, allowing you to make a meaningful impact by contributing to innovative solutions on a national scale. The role offers the chance to expand your expertise by working on a variety of complex and rewarding policy files that address issues critical to Canada’s future.

We’re looking for someone who is an exceptional researcher, analyst, and writer, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable recommendations. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential, as is the ability to build relationships and consensus among diverse stakeholders. A strong background or keen interest in catastrophic risk mitigation, climate adaptation and high stakes advocacy will set you apart in this role.

Reporting to the Manager, Catastrophic Risk Policy, the successful applicant will be embedded in the Climate and Natural Catastrophe Policy Team and will support the policy and advocacy objectives of the Vice President, Policy and Vice President, Federal Affairs.

Competencies

• Strong policy analyst with experience working on complex policy issues
• Strong writer with the ability to communicate complex ideas in a focused manner
• Clear and effective communicator, preferably with experience conducting policy briefings to a senior audience
• Comprehensive knowledge of climate resilience, adaptation and catastrophe risk issues, and an eagerness to learn.
• Strong project management skills with a record delivering high-quality written materials on tight timelines
• Strong interpersonal skills, which will contribute to IBC’s culture of collaboration and which foster a respectful and supportive team atmosphere.
• Work ethic suitable for a fast-paced, results-oriented work environment.
• A commitment to personal excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• Advanced degree in public policy, political science, economics, environmental studies, or a related field.
  
  

Experience

• 2 years of full-time work experience in public policy or government roles, preferably working on insurance or climate-related issues.
• Evidence of strong leadership skills, excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and steward relationships with high-level stakeholders from the public and private sectors.
• Strong record of collaboration with stakeholders at the national and international levels.
• Demonstrated understanding of business and economic principles and how they apply to the P&C insurance industry.
  
  

Why Join IBC?

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Hybrid and Flexible work environment.
• Working with a top-tier team, full of all-stars and industry leaders.
• Variety of job tasks to help accelerate your professional skills development.
• The ability to be creative and help keep Canadians safe on the road, at home, at work, and at play.
  
  

IBC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Alongside a commitment to excellence, IBC is also committed to building a diverse working environment with hiring practices that encourage diversity in all its forms, including race, gender, sexual orientation, religion and ethnicity, among others.

IBC welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Medina Kadija at [email protected]. IBC will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

IBC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.