Entry-Level Consulting Associate
Porter O'Brien is a fast-growing Canadian consulting firm specializing in government relations and management consulting. They are seeking high-potential early-career candidates for meaningful responsibilities and close mentorship in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitoring and analyzing municipal, provincial, and federal legislative and regulatory developments
- Researching policy, political, and stakeholder environments
- Preparing briefing notes, policy memos, client updates, and submissions
- Supporting engagement strategies between clients and governments
- Conducting strategic, operational, and market analysis
- Supporting organizational reviews and performance improvement initiatives
- Preparing client-ready reports, presentations, and analytical outputs
- Working alongside senior consultants on active client mandates
- Research and analyze complex issues
- Draft clear, professional written materials
- Build presentations and analytical deliverables
- Support live client engagements and internal teams
- Learn how consulting projects are scoped, delivered, and managed
- Gain valuable experience working closely with a team of seasoned consultants
Skills
- A degree (completed or near completion) in communications, policy, political science, history, business, economics, law, or a related field involving research and writing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Sound judgment and discretion
- Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and/or Google Workspace
- French or other languages considered an asset
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in government relations and management consulting
- Close mentorship in a small and collaborative firm
- Early exposure to senior professionals and clients
- Flexible work arrangements, with preferred locations in Fredericton, Saint John or Ottawa
- Clear pathways for professional growth and advancement
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