Senior Associate, Government Affairs and Communications in London

The Government Affairs and Communications team supports CIP’s activities in the UK and Irish markets by delivering accurate, evidence‐based analysis of political, policy, and regulatory developments. Our purpose is to help create investor value by identifying risks and opportunities that inform insightful investment decisions and guide project development across a broad portfolio.

We work with agility, coordinating information and priorities across multiple funds, platform companies, and projects—spanning a development pipeline of more than 25 GW and technologies such as offshore and onshore wind, solar, battery storage, interconnectors, distribution networks, energy‐from‐waste, energy hubs, and data centers. The team ensures proactive, efficient collaboration across these diverse interests.

Central to our approach is a customer‐centric and service‐oriented mindset. We assist internal stakeholders and project teams by building meaningful relationships within the organisation and with external partners, including national governments, joint venture partners, and colleagues from platform companies. As trusted advisors, we help ensure CIP is well positioned in a complex and rapidly evolving energy landscape.

As our new Senior Associate for Government Affairs and Communications (UK and Irish markets), you will be responsible for monitoring and interpreting political, policy, and regulatory developments across the UK and Ireland, providing clear analysis and guidance to support CIP’s projects and portfolios. You will advise internal stakeholders on relevant government affairs and communication topics, and engage with both internal and external partners to advance CIP’s strategic priorities.

You will also contribute to communication, marketing, and branding initiatives at organisational and portfolio level, and help coordinate Government Affairs and Communications efforts across all CIP funds, platform companies, and projects to ensure alignment and consistency. Further, you will contribute to shaping strategic energy policies during a critical decade for climate and decarbonization as well as have access to high-impact networks and opportunities for career growth within the renewable energy ecosystem.

Responsibilities will consist of, but are not limited to:

• Strategy & Advocacy - Develop and implement policy and public affairs strategies supporting renewable energy growth and well understood project specific needs (covering solar, wind, battery storage, and offshore technologies).
• Insight - Provide political insight and scenario planning to senior leadership, tracking legislative, regulatory, and fiscal developments.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Build and maintain relationships with MPs, MSPs, SMs, civil servants, regulators (e.g., CRU, Ofgem), local authorities, EU institutions, trade associations, and think tanks. Represent CIP at briefings, panels, cross-party groups, and industry events.
• Evidence-Based Influence - Lead consultation responses, policy papers, position statements, and manifestos using robust data and analysis. Monitor emerging policy opportunities and sector risks (e.g., consenting, capacity markets, grid issues).
• Internal Coordination & Communication - Collaborate with internal policy, communications, technical, and member relations teams to ensure cohesive messaging, and effective internal reporting. Brief executives and colleagues on political developments and recommended actions.

You

We’re seeking a candidate with proficient academic foundations – ideally a postgraduate degree in public policy, political science, environmental studies, or a related field – and a solid understanding of the UK energy market and government processes. You bring relevant experience in political or policy‐focused environments, along with an existing network across UK and Irish government or renewable‐energy advocacy circles. Experience coordinating high‐profile political events or party‐conference activities is valuable, as is familiarity with media relations, press engagement, and public‐facing communication.

We look for the following in a candidate:

• Public Affairs / Regulatory Skills - Minimum 3–5 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or policy/regulatory roles, with experience in the energy or renewables sectors.
• Knowledge of UK & Irish Energy Landscapes - Deep understanding of UK (Westminster, devolved administrations) and/or Irish energy systems and regulatory frameworks.
• Communication & Political Judgment - Excellent written and verbal skills, with experience producing briefings, policy consultations, and engaging senior stakeholders. A keen awareness of political dynamics and the ability to translate complex legislative topics into easily comprehensible communication.
• Stakeholder & Project Management - Effective relationship-management skills; experienced at multi-party collaborations and managing cross-functional campaigns. Ability to prioritise and deliver under time pressure on multiple initiatives.
• Team Collaboration - Comfortable working autonomously and in teams; supervisory experience is a plus (e.g., mentoring junior staff or consultants).
• Passion for Renewable Energy - Commitment to making changes that facilitate the energy transition and realize net-zero outcomes.
• Politically savvy & strategically forward-thinking professional - Want to shape the future of renewable energy across the UK and Ireland.

The process

Please apply online as soon as possible as applications will be processed on an ongoing basis. For questions related to the role, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team. We do not include CV's and Cover Letters sent by email. As we continue to improve our candidate experience, diversity and avoid unconscious bias, please avoid having a photo in your CV. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality for all applicants. Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any.