Job Description

The Manager of Government Affairs will lead AESCE’s public policy efforts related to wind, solar, energy storage, green hydrogen, as well as other technologies as determined for key states in the central and western part of the U.S.. They will assist in the establishment of AESCE strategies, that align with laws, regulations, and policies where AESCE works. The Manager will also provide ongoing analysis and information to the development, strategic development, operations and commercial team for the identification of new market opportunities, response to new opportunities, and optimization of project assets.  Additionally, the Manager will identify potential policy changes or modifications that may benefit the business and collaborate with internal teams to develop a coordinated strategy.  A key function will be maintaining strong relationships with government officials, associated authorities, state agencies, committees, and other industry and partner organizations. This role will have a strong understanding of AESCE’s assets and products and be a capable communicator and team player.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Manage the policy priorities and government relations for AESCE in key states.
Develop and advocate for positions, issues, policies that provide a positive impact on AES’ long-term financial success.
Provide unique and timely information to leadership and relevant team members on key legislation that impacts the utility industry
Develop state-level government relations strategies to promote policy priorities and offset potential roadblocks to development and impacts to operating projects
Manage a policy budget for the region
Coordinate policy priorities, relationship management, and communications with the Stakeholder Relations team
Participate in coalition-building efforts and other partnerships designed to strengthen opportunities that advance our policy priorities and strategy
Track and provide guidance on regulatory and legislative proposals to determine the impact on existing and potential future company products, projects, and business Write official company comments and testimony relating to policy priorities
Create and foster strong relationships within the Company, industry and government to advance the Company and industry’s regulatory agenda.
Ensure coordination and collaboration with relevant trade associations and industry stakeholders.

Internal Planning and Coordination

Solicit internal input from key AESCE leaders, drive internal discussions on policy positions, and make policy recommendations to management.
Work closely with multiple regional development and commercial teams to support their efforts in expanding and maintaining markets and to support project-specific efforts on business development and asset management.
Hire and manage consultants and interns, as needed, to facilitate important regulatory and legislative goals and objectives when additional resources must be brought to bear.
Assist with efforts that can apply nationally on programmatic issues related to tax, demand-pull, siting, grid operation, and other policy areas.

Provision of Information/Analysis

Research/analyze legislative and regulatory issues in current markets, using both qualitative and quantitative techniques and frameworks.
Keep relevant teams and leadership well informed on key regulatory and legislative developments that affect wind, solar, energy storage and green hydrogen development and operations, and apprise internal groups of such developments.
Develop and maintain reporting systems for regulatory/legislative proposals or actions in each market covered.
All other duties as assigned by the Vice President, External Relations or his/her designee.(3%)

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree/MBA preferred, Business Administration or Management, Finance or a Legal degree.
9+ years of experience in policy work and government relations
Experience in the energy sector with a preference for renewable energy experience
Strong skills in understanding the legislative process, how the executive branch functions, and the role of state agencies
Exceptional analytical skills in understanding policy impacts on energy development and pricing
Natural decision-maker, able to exercise judgement and take responsibility for the consequences of actions and decisions.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to build long-term and productive relationships. Ability to networking across the organization and externally.
Communication skills; ability to develop and deliver concise, powerful messages verbally, in writing, and in presentations
Unwavering ethics and strong moral compass in all transactions