Senior Policy & Government Relations Analyst

AES Clean EnergySan Francisco, California

$92,500 - $111,350 / year

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Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

The SeniorAnalyst, Regulatory Affairs Policy and Government Relations, plays a pivotalroleindeveloping, maintaining, andrespondingtopoliciesandprogramsthatensuretheorganization'sawarenessofgovernmentallegislationandregulatorymattersimpactingitsoperations. Thisroleisresponsibleforrepresentingandsafeguardingtheorganization'sinterestsinlegislativeproceedingsandthedevelopmentofmarketrulesandprocedures. The incumbentorganizesforumsandgatheringswithgovernmentofficialstofacilitatetheexchangeofideasandinformationonbusinessactivitiesandpotentiallegislationthatmayaffecttheorganization. Additionally, theyserveas a resourceonregulatory and legislativematters relatedto product market and productchanges.This candidate must be located in the Sacramento area.

Job Responsibilities:

Review, research, analyze, andcommunicatethepotentialimpactofenergypolicyproposalsanddecisionsthatmayimpactdevelopmentofcleanenergy and energy facility operations.

Representandprotecttheorganization'sinterestsinlegislative proceedingsand inthedevelopmentofmarketrulesandprocedures.

Work withinternalteams (Development, Commercial, Finance, Operations) toidentifythepolicyanalysisneeds, advocacy priorities,anddetermineimpactsofpotentialpolicyonbusinessoutcomes.

Facilitateandsupporttheincorporationofpolicyanalysisintomarketstrategyandoutlook, ensuring a sharedcomprehensionoftheimmediacyoftheimpactoffederal policyrisksandopportunitiesonourshort-termandlong-termportfoliogoals.

Monitor industrytrendsanddevelopmentstoidentifypotentialregulatory and legislativerisksandopportunities.Collaboratewithcross-functionalteamstoensure a comprehensiveunderstandingandeffectiveresponsetoregulatoryrequirements.

Developmeaningfulcommunicationandnotificationtoolsbestsuitedforvariousprioritiesandstakeholders (bothinternalandexternal)

ProvideupdatesoncriticalregulatoryproceedingstoSeniorLeadership teams in a timelymanner.

As appropriateandrequested, fosterandmaintainrelationshipsandprojectcommunicationswithkeypolicymakersanddecisionmakers

Represent AESCE atvarioustradeorganization, business, government, andcommunitymeetingsandevents

Qualifications:

Bachelor’sdegree. DegreeinGovernment, Policy orrelatedfieldstronglypreferred.

3+ years preferred ofrelevant experience working in state government or state agency/regulatory affairs pertaining to energy planning and policy.

Strongpreferenceforexperiencewithin CAISO.

Microsoft Office skills; strongpresentationskillsandexcellentcommunicationoftechnicalsubjectmatter.

Personal Attributes and Traits:

Hands-on, hard-working team player
Ability to balance priorities and deal flexibly with a rapidly changing environment
Comfort working cross-functionally and developing consensus
Natural leadership skills with the ability to take the lead and work successfully with people across internal functional groups
Excellent communicator, both in writing and speaking
Strong personal commitment to renewable energy and policy
Global mindset and comfort with working with people from multiple different backgrounds and cultures
Team player, knowing that what we will build as a team will be better than what we would each build alone; “no task is beneath me” attitude reflecting the fast-growing nature of the US Renewables unit
Exemplify our Values of Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $92,500 and $111,350/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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