Senior Advisor, Indigenous Economic Participation

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge?  We are looking for a Senior Advisor, Indigenous Economic Participation. Please note that the candidate may be based in one of our 4 offices: Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto or Ottawa.

The role 

Reporting to the Director, Indigenous Economic Benefits & Partnerships, the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Economic Participation, will be a key contributor in developing and executing strategies for the Alto Project with a strong focus on optimizing socio-economic benefits and fostering strong Indigenous relations for the Project.  The Senior Advisor will work in close collaboration with the Indigenous Relations team and Alto’s other internal functions (including technical, legal, finance, etc.).

The responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of socio-economic benefit approaches and initiatives (including but not limited to Indigenous procurement, employment, training, business development and community readiness) with Indigenous communities along the Alto high speed rail corridor.
• Collaborate with Indigenous partners to support the development of strategics that promote economic opportunities.
• Lead research and policy analysis, including the design of engagements, roundtable discussions with experts, and develop reports that inform decision-making.
• Participate in tables with the private development partner, government officials, and Indigenous partners.
• Prepare presentations, briefing notes and summaries for senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Provide project management support, ensuring all deliverables are tracked and on-time.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations to maximize Indigenous economic participation.
• Collaborate with other functions and departments within and outside of the organization to ensure that initiatives align with broader corporate objectives, legal requirements, and Project timelines.
• Monitor and analyze evolving market conditions, government policies, and best practices related to Indigenous Economic Participation and infrastructure projects to inform strategy and implementation.

The requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Law or other relevant discipline.  
• Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in Indigenous Economic Development, Indigenous project finance with experience in co-designing initiatives with Indigenous communities, ideally within the transportation, infrastructure or natural resources sector.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous rights, history, cultures and the unique legal, political, and economic context of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
• Proven track record in building relationships with Indigenous governments, leaders and organizations.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Proven experience in developing and managing relationships with Indigenous communities, leaders, and organizations.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, financial institutions, and community representatives.
• Action and results-oriented with a proven ability to drive complex projects and agreements to completion.
• Bilingualism (English and French), both spoken and written, is preferred but not a requisite.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration. To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.