Public Sector Business Development and Public Policy Director

About the role

The Corporate Affairs team at Workday sits at the vital intersection of innovation, policy, and business growth. We are a collaborative, fast-moving global team dedicated to building trust, shaping the future of technology policy, and expanding Workday's footprint in the public sector. In Canada, we operate at the very core of the enterprise-HR, finance, and IT-where precision matters and the margin for error is effectively zero. By tightly coupling AI with business context, guardrails, and trusted processes, we move beyond assistive tools to intelligent agents capable of driving measurable outcomes. Our mission is clear: empower the public sector for tomorrow by delivering modern IT solutions and responsible AI to help federal and provincial organizations achieve their goals. If you are energized by the chance to shape how governments adopt and benefit from technology, while working alongside a team that values collaboration, curiosity, and impact, this is the place for you. Are you passionate about public sector technology modernization, government procurement, and technology policy? As the Public Sector Business Development and Public Policy Director, you will drive Workday's growth and reputation with the Government of Canada and provincial governments by advancing technology modernization and shaping the Canadian technology policy environment. This is an entrepreneurial, high-impact role where you will serve as a critical connector between Canadian policymakers and public servants, industry partners, and the business.

Responsibilities

• Policy Advocacy and Campaigns: Identify, design, and lead policy advocacy campaigns that advance Workday's technology policy objectives across AI governance, digital sovereignty, workforce development, data privacy, and cybersecurity.
• Commercial Alignment: Partner closely with Workday sales, marketing, and solution leaders to translate policy and regulatory developments into actionable commercial strategies, positioning Workday as a trusted advisor to the Government of Canada and provincial governments.
• Industry Association Leadership: Actively engage in trade associations to shape collective positions, influence policy initiatives, and use association networks to support Workday-led advocacy.
• Internal Intelligence Sharing: Monitore, interpret, and synthesize the Canadian policy, legislative, and regulatory landscape-with emphasis on federal procurement vehicles and budgetary estimates processes-sharing actionable insights with executive leadership.
• Consultant and Partner Management: Manage external government relations consultants at the federal and provincial levels to optimize the deployment of external resources and maximize impact.
• About You
• Required Qualifications:
• 12+ years of relevant role or industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience working in or closely with the Canadian federal government or a Canadian provincial government (e.g., political offices, public service roles, relevant trade associations, or corporate government affairs teams).
• 5+ years of experience directing technology policy advocacy campaigns, specifically navigating complex spaces such as AI governance, data sovereignty, and workforce development.
• Direct experience engaging public

Additional Information

Your work days are brighter here. We're obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we're shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you'll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We're in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you'll do meaningful work with Workmates who've got your back. In return, we'll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you've found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

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