Manager, Government Affairs

Pattern Energy Group LP•Houston, TX

2d•$103,000 - $138,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence. Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises. Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from accredited college/university (political science, economics, public administration, social science, humanities, or other relevant field)
5-8 years of experience in the public or private sector working in government affairs, regulatory affairs, or development, with direct experience in clean energy policy.
Experience working in a range of energy markets
Experience representing and serving as an external spokesperson for a corporation or other organization
Strong knowledge of renewable energy industry
Thorough understanding of the structure and relationship of government bodies
Knowledge of the policy, regulatory and advocacy environments within each of the priority markets for the company
Ability to analyze, interpret and draft legislation, regulation, and position papers
Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Excellent writing, speaking and communication skills
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage rapidly changing priorities across multiple disciplines
Quick learner able to work cross-functionally and independently at times
Solutions-oriented with the ability to develop strategies and execute by creating and maintaining processes and systems

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and oversees plans to execute the company's government affairs agenda, pursuing proactive legislative and other initiatives and defending against adverse legislative or regulatory actions.
Integrates input from development, operations, and commercial teams, as well as executive leadership, to identify policy-driven risks and opportunities, and to articulate the company's positions on key issues; leads internal teams in prioritizing and analyzing the impact of critical legislative and regulatory issues based on the company’s business plan; reports on key issues and impacts to relevant internal staff and executive management team. Works closely with the stakeholder engagement team and consultants.
Represents the company in trade associations and other organizations serving in leadership positions and on committees as needed.
Develops, fosters, and strengthens relationships with stakeholders, elected officials, and other external parties to facilitate advocacy and information-sharing efforts to enhance and maintain the company's public reputation. Represents the company at meetings, conferences, public forums, and government hearings.
Contributes to External Affairs department coordination and alignment, including the utilization of software tools for effective planning, collaboration and tracking.
Supports community engagement initiatives and permitting processes in coordination with stakeholder engagement and development teams.