Senior Policy Manager

SolAmerica Energy is a private equity-backed firm who develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed generation (DG) solar projects and energy storage solutions.

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, SolAmerica has successfully developed and built solar power projects throughout the eastern half of the United States and has a growing pipeline of project opportunities in more than 20 states.

SolAmerica is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes in attracting, retaining, and advancing employees who will best serve and represent its customers, partners, and communities.

We promote fostering a work culture of mutual respect and teamwork, ensuring that everyone can grow and contribute at their greatest potential. For additional information about SolAmerica, visit .

Requirements

The Senior Policy Manager plays a crucial role in investigating, tracking, and shaping the regulatory and legislative landscape that influences the company’s development pipeline and investment prospects.

This individual will collaborate closely with the Director of Policy and engage across various teams within the company to pinpoint key markets, uncover new opportunities, and conduct comprehensive market analyses that bolster the company’s commercial initiatives.

To achieve these objectives, the Senior Policy Manager will actively participate in trade organizations, stakeholder meetings, public hearings, and other important forums, contributing valuable insights and written feedback that further the company’s interests. Success in this position demands exceptional communication abilities and a strategic approach to help drive the company’s ambitious growth targets.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Crafting market analyses and collaborating across the organization to execute policy driven business development strategies that enhance SAE's solar and storage operations in critical markets.

Anticipating and influencing changes in state legislation, regulatory proceedings, utility filings, and market structures, and clearly identifying risks and opportunities that such changes present.

Working cross-functionally to strengthen state market structures for renewable energy and storage projects.

Take a leading role in influencing the actions of trade organizations, lobbyists, legislators and other decision makers.

EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE

5-7 years of experience in renewable policy, ideally with a focus on solar, storage, or related fields.

Proven expertise in legislative and regulatory processes, with a track record of successfully advancing policy initiatives.

Strong understanding of interconnection and permitting challenges and strategies for mitigating risk in renewable energy projects.

Strong understanding of energy markets, the project development cycle, and the revenue model for both FTM and BTM solar.

Demonstrated leadership in business development within the solar, storage, or similar industries.

Strong organizational, management, interpersonal and executive skills.

Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with key external stakeholders and regulatory agencies.

Exceptional writing, presentation, and analytical skills.

Key Skills & Competencies

Detail oriented and organized.

Self-motivated and self-directed.

Ability to manage multiple projects under various deadlines.

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

At SolAmerica Energy, we provide a compelling salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes equity-based compensation and opportunities for performance bonuses.

Our total rewards philosophy is structured to empower our employees to excel both professionally and personally, fostering a culture that values work/life balance as we strive toward our shared business objectives.

In addition, we offer a monthly stipend for communication expenses, and all our health insurance benefits activate on Day 1. Now is an exciting time to become a part of SolAmerica Energy!

Third Party Agencies & Candidate Submissions

SolAmerica Energy only considers candidates while the job listing is active, ensuring an efficient recruitment process. We do not accept unsolicited applications from third-party agencies, as we prefer to manage our hiring internally. We are not obligated to compensate third parties for candidates introduced outside our official channels. Thank you for your understanding.