Senior Director of Government & Regulatory Affairs

Description

• Monitor and influence legislative and regulatory proceedings impacting energy storage and project siting;
• Develop coalitions with trade associations, community groups, labor unions and economic development organizations to build project support;
• Manage consultants, lobbyists, and local government affairs contractors;
• Build and manage relationships with key government stakeholders, including legislators, governors' offices, mayors, regulators, and local permitting officials;
• Advocate for pro-storage and pro-renewables policies, including permitting reform, tax policy, and storage eligibility in capacity and IRP frameworks;
• Lead and execute Aypa's state and local government affairs strategy with a focus on the Midwest and Eastern markets;
• Represent Aypa in public hearings, legislative meetings, and regulatory workshops.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure government and regulatory affairs strategies support project milestones, permitting, and risk mitigation;

Requirements

• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the flexibility and creativity to excel in a fast-paced, high-growth environment;
• Experience working across multiple states or regions, especially in markets with high load growth or storage/renewable targets;
• 10+ years of experience in government affairs, regulatory policy, or public affairs, with a focus on energy, infrastructure, or related sectors;
• Deep familiarity with public utility commission processes, local permitting regimes, and legislative dynamics;
• Demonstrated success advancing storage or renewables projects or policies at the local level;
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed;
• Strong political acumen, negotiation skills, and ability to navigate sensitive stakeholder environments;
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in public policy, law or related field preferred.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to distill complex regulatory information into clear, concise analysis;

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance