Associate

The Ad Hoc Group•Columbia, WA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate position will collaborate with AHG team members to provide policy, business development, go-to-market, and fundraising support to AHG’s clients to help them seize opportunities and overcome obstacles to their successful growth. This is the perfect role for a climate, energy, and/or sustainability professional who wants to use their knowledge to help entrepreneurs transform markets and scale new products and technologies. The ideal candidate has a proven background working in climate and/or energy, is not afraid to dive into complex issues and data, and is also an effective networker and advocate with strong political and business instincts.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in climate or energy policy, including work with startups, consulting, and/or government with a preference for a diversity of experiences
Excellent research, writing, communication, and analytical skills
Strong base of technical knowledge in one or more climate-related segments, such as building decarbonization, transportation electrification, resilience, industrial decarbonization, grid services, or carbon removal.
Experience navigating state energy regulation, wholesale energy markets, carbon removal policy landscapes, or a desire to build that expertise quickly.
An agile networker and advocate who develops trusted relationships
Adept at working in a fast-paced environment with frequent context switching
A strong desire for ownership and accountability
Passion for climate tech and energy
A critical and empathetic thinker with an understanding of the complexities of climate policy and energy justice issues
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

Become an expert in the policy and regulatory areas that will shape a sustainable future from building decarbonization to electrified mobility to resiliency and carbon removal
Build relationships with AHG’s clients who include startup founders, VC partners, and corporate leaders
Support in-depth policy and regulatory research and analysis to inform go-to-market, regulatory, and business development strategies for our clients
Coordinate with AHG team members to craft thoughtful, detailed written memos and presentations to advance business outcomes for AHG’s clients, including comments and testimony before state public utility commissions and other federal, state and municipal regulatory bodies
Lead build-out of key internal policy resources to help streamline AHG’s work across clients