Senior Advisor, Congressional Relations

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Our External Relations US group is currently seeking an experienced and well-connected Senior Advisor of Congressional Relations with the ability to work across the political aisle to join our U.S. External Relations team, based in Washington, DC.

Reporting to the Director, Congressional Relations, this pivotal role is responsible for developing and implementing advocacy strategy to positively influence federal legislation which impacts the energy sector and TC Energy’s business units.

What you will do 

• Serve as a trusted advisor and advocate, ensuring TC Energy’s voice is heard and our interests are effectively represented

• Monitor and analyze legislative developments and other federal government proposals that may impact TC Energy and the broader energy industry

• Develop and execute comprehensive advocacy strategies to influence the legislative process on issues critical to TC Energy and its business units

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and other key stakeholders and policymakers. Demonstrated relationships with Members on the following Committees a plus: ENR, EPW, E&C, HNR, and T&I

• Coordinate advocacy efforts with internal cross-functional teams, trade associations, and industry partners to amplify TC Energy’s messaging and impact

• Prepare position papers, talking points, one-pagers, and other materials to support TC Energy’s advocacy strategy

• Organize and lead effective meetings, briefings, and events to educate and engage external stakeholders on TC Energy’s policy priorities

• Assess the potential impacts of proposed legislation on business operations and strategic goals

• Provide timely and insightful reports and recommendations to TC Energy leadership on key policy developments

• Represent the company in industry forums, conferences, political fundraisers and other events to raise TC Energy’s profile and influence

• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and strategic advice to internal teams on legislative matters

• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure TC Energy’s advocacy efforts adhere to all applicable lobbying laws and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications  

• Post-Secondary degree in a related field

• 8-10+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or lobbying

• Proven experience and a demonstrated track record of successful employment in the natural gas and/or energy sector

• Extensive knowledge of the legislative at the federal level, as well as a deep understanding of energy policy

• Existing network with Congressional lawmakers and staff

• Knowledge of policy issues affecting natural gas and natural gas infrastructure

• Ability to leverage external consultants to develop and execute effective advocacy strategies

• Proven ability to develop and execute effective advocacy strategies, leveraging relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, and industry stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s in Public Administration or Juris Doctor)

• Congressional staff experience

This position requires candidates to:  

• This position will involve travel and overnight stays away from home (estimated up to 25% of work schedule during peak work periods).  

• Occasionally be available for extended work hours outside of standard business hours, as needed.

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture, and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid 

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at careers@tcenergy.com for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.