Regulatory Engagement & Advocacy Manager – UK and France in London

At Nadara, the Regulatory Engagement & Advocacy Manager will lead the company’s regulatory positioning and external engagement primarily in the UK, with selective engagement in France. The role sits at the intersection of policy, market design, and commercial strategy, ensuring that regulatory developments are anticipated, shaped where possible, and effectively translated into actionable insights for the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory monitoring & analysis (UK focus) – track, analyse and interpret regulatory and policy developments in the UK power market (including CfDs, market design, grid/connection reform, PPAs). Monitor relevant development in France as a secondary scope. Translate regulatory changes into clear business impacts, risks and opportunities; provide timely, decision‑oriented insights to senior management.
• Advocacy & institutional engagement – develop and execute advocacy strategies in the UK aligned with business priorities, build and maintain relationships with key UK stakeholders (government, regulators, policymakers), support senior leadership engagement with institutions and contribute selectively to engagement in France when relevant.
• Industry associations & positioning – represent the company in key UK industry associations and working groups, contribute to consultation responses and position papers, ensure consistency of messaging and alignment with company strategy, provide support on French associations where needed.
• Strategic support to the business – partner closely with commercial, origination and development teams in the UK, support participation in CfD rounds and PPA strategy, provide regulatory input into investment decisions and market positioning, contribute to broader European topics where relevant.
• Team management – manage and develop one Regulatory Specialist, prioritise quality of outputs and alignment with team objectives.

Key Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, public affairs or energy policy.
• Strong knowledge of the UK power market is essential.
• Exposure to France or other European markets is a plus but not required.
• Background in renewables, utilities, IPPs, advisory or industry associations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex regulation into business implications.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to engage effectively with both internal and external senior stakeholders.
• Strong writing skills (briefings, consultation responses, executive summaries).
• Proactive, pragmatic and business‑oriented mindset; ability to operate with autonomy and prioritise effectively.
• Collaborative approach and strong team player, comfortable working in an international environment.

Location and Job Type

London – Full time, Regular.

Pay and Benefits

We offer a rewards package that includes flexible ways of working, continuous learning and development opportunities, and initiatives focused on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Pay is fair and commensurate with experience and contribution.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Nadara is an Equal Opportunity Employer, deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Hiring decisions are based solely on merit, skills, and potential, and pay is determined fairly.