About the Role
Yorktown Search Partners is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a client for a Vice President Government Relations. This executive will lead government engagement optimize SR&ED tax credits secure grants and maximize public funding opportunities. The role includes a performancebased compensation structure with deferred earnings directly linked to financing success awarded grants and approved SR&ED claims.
Key Responsibilities
- Government Relations & Policy Strategy
- Develop and execute a comprehensive government relations strategy to strengthen relationships with federal provincial and municipal decisionmakers.
- Advocate for policy initiatives tax incentives and funding programs that align with corporate objectives.
- Monitor and assess regulatory changes emerging funding trends and compliance requirements.
- SR&ED & Public Funding Execution
- Lead and maximize SR&ED tax credit claims ensuring compliance and full eligibility.
- Identify and secure additional government grants subsidies and nondilutive funding.
- Work closely with internal teams consultants and government agencies to streamline the funding process.
- Strategic Financing & PerformanceBased Compensation
- Compensation will be structured around:
- Successful SR&ED claims
- Government grants & funding awards
- Secured financing through public programs
- Align public funding opportunities with overall corporate growth and financial strategy.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Representation
- Build and maintain relationships with government agencies policymakers and funding institutions.
- Represent the company in policy discussions industry forums and regulatory engagements.
- Position the company as a thought leader in governmentbacked innovation and public funding strategies.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 10 years of experience in government relations public affairs policy development or public funding programs.
- Expertise in SR&ED tax incentives grant applications and securing nondilutive financing.
- Strong network with government agencies policymakers and regulatory bodies.
- Demonstrated success in securing public funding structuring financial incentives and maximizing SR&ED claims.
- Background in technology infrastructure finance life sciences or energy is highly preferred.
- Strong negotiation leadership and communication skills with the ability to operate at an executive level.
Compensation Structure
- Deferred compensation based on:
- Successful SR&ED claims
- Approved government grants and funding awards
- Secured financing through public programs
Competitive upside determined by performance and results.
Why Apply
- Confidential Executive Opportunity Influence highlevel strategy in a growing organization.
- PerformanceBased Earnings Directly impacted by financing success grant approvals and SR&ED claims.
- Impactful Role Drive public policy engagement funding strategies and regulatory positioning.
Confidential Applications Only
To apply please submit your resume and cover letter.