Director, Head of Policy and Government Affairs

Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Are you committed to advancing the clean energy revolution? Join us at SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our Mission is to provide flexible renewable energy at scale, accelerating the global energy transition and benefiting our planet, customers, communities, and people.

SB Energy develops, builds, owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced renewable projects across the United States, with headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The company was launched in 2019 and has quickly become one of the largest solar and storage developer/IPPs in the U.S.  With 3 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy projects in operation and a multi-GW development pipeline, SB Energy is building the renewable energy future – today. SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver renewable energy that is local, reliable, and matched to load.

Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power! 

Basic Function

SB Energy is seeking a highly strategic and commercially focused head of Government Affairs to lead our policy and regulatory engagement efforts. This senior leadership role will report to the Head of Commercialization and Risk and play a critical role in shaping SB Energy’s approach to federal and state level regulatory and legislative developments that impact our business.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader with a deep understanding of energy markets, trade, regulatory frameworks, energy systems, and government affairs, as well as strong relationships with key policymakers, industry stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

Strategic Policy Leadership

• Develop and execute SB Energy’s strategic policy plan, working closely across SB Energy (supply chain, tax, capital markets, development) to support business objectives across utility scale energy development, supply chains, domestic manufacturing, and expansion of load centers.
• Anticipate and assess legislative and regulatory changes, identifying risks, opportunities, and mitigants to deliver on SB Energy goals.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Development, Finance, Regulatory and Legal, to align policy strategies with commercial goals.
• Provide executive leadership with policy insights, action plans, and recommendations to inform decision-making.
• Shape policies that facilitate energy infrastructure investments, particularly those related to transmission/interconnection, permitting processes, supply chain, and energy demand.

Government & Regulatory Affairs

• Engage with federal, state, and local policymakers, regulators, and industry organizations to advocate for policies that support SB Energy’s business.
• Represent SB Energy in industry coalitions, trade associations, and working groups to advance policy priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, agencies, and advocacy groups to influence policy development.
• Monitor and analyze regulatory proceedings, legislative developments, and agency rulemakings to assess their impact on SB Energy’s operations.

Stakeholder Engagement & Thought Leadership

• Act as a spokesperson and thought leader for SB Energy on policy and regulatory issues.
• Develop policy reports and strategic briefing materials to communicate SB Energy’s policy positions effectively.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 12+ years of experience in energy policy, government affairs, or regulatory strategy, with a strong background in energy. Commercial experience is a plus.
• Strategic mindset with a strong commercial acumen and ability to align policy initiatives with business objectives.
• Deep understanding of energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and legislative processes at the federal and state levels.
• Strong existing relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, and industry stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop and execute effective policy and advocacy strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills.
• Experience working within or alongside energy developers, IPPs, utilities, and/or manufacturers.

Location: Washington, D.C. preferred. Remote/Hybrid options available.  

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