Manager, Planning - Indigenous Services

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change. 

We are seeking a strategic, community-focused Manager, Planning to join our Indigenous Services team. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and governance landscape. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm for Indigenous Nations, businesses, and entrepreneurs in Canada. 

As a trusted advisor, you’ll bring a blend of technical Planning knowledge, qualitative research skills, and project management expertise to help shape sustainable, community-driven development. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that integrates land, culture, and long-term visioning.

This opportunity is available in the following locations across Canada: Toronto, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Ottawa

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal and delivery of consulting engagements with a focus on planning services in the Indigenous sector such as capital plans, land/traditional use studies, financial analysis, and Comprehensive Community Plans (CCP)


• Collaborate with Indigenous partners to develop planning frameworks that reflect community priorities.


• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research, including socio-economic, environmental, regulatory and financial analysis


• Manage engagement planning and scheduling as well as project financials 


• Identify innovative ways to deliver added value to clients; ensure needs are met and relationships grow and develop


• Review, design and develop high-quality deliverables including reports, presentations and other correspondence  


• Maintain high quality control and apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues or key risks relevant to the client’s business


• Network in the local business community, consider business development opportunities and lead the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needs


• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations and providing clear feedback


• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• Degree in Urban/Regional/Rural Planning, Indigenous Studies, Geography, Environmental Studies, or a related field


• 7+ years of experience in community planning, ideally with Indigenous communities


• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities


• Experience with qualitative research, financial analysis and community-based engagement


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and presentation development


• Experience in consulting or a strong interest in consulting work


• Deep understanding of Indigenous governance and planning contexts an asset

MyRewards@MNP 

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more! The annual salary range for this position is: $90,000 - $140,000. Compensation is determined based on individual skills, relevant experience, certifications, and location. 

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!