Policy and Regulation Manager - Battery Storage

ABOUT ZENOBE

Our mission is to make clean power accessible. We are passionate about making a positive impact on communities and the environment where we work. We’re designing, financing, building and operating the world’s most sophisticated battery systems to enable the take up of more renewable power, electrifying fleets for cleaner air, and providing clean, portable power including repurposed electric vehicle batteries. Our proprietary software and data analysis optimises operational performance for our customers to reduce emissions and costs.

Since we began in 2017, we’ve raised over £2.7 billion in debt and equity funding and transformed it into >1.2GW of grid-connected batteries live or under contract and c.3,400 electric vehicles supported. We have operations in the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the US and Canada, with a global headquarters in London. We’re the leading owner and operator of battery storage in the UK, supporting the National Grid with the uptake of renewable power. We also work with c.90% of the UK's major bus companies, powering 25% of the UK e-bus market. We’re also the number one owner and operator of e-buses in Australia and New Zealand, and are quickly expanding into light commercial vehicles and trucks. Our rapidly growing company is looking for highly talented and motivated people to join us.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The ideal candidate will have a proven understanding of GB electricity market design and regulation, with an understanding of battery energy storage systems (BESS). Experience engaging with Government, Ofgem, NESO and relevant industry bodies would be highly beneficial. Reporting to the Head of Business Development – Network Infrastructure, and working directly with teams including Marketing and Strategic Communications and Legal, the candidate will support and manage day-to-day policy tracking and development, while leading on political outreach.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and analysing policy and regulatory developments.
• Engaging with external stakeholders - including political decision-makers, civil servants, local and national organisations, trade associations and consultants.
• Advocating for policy frameworks that enable the growth of battery energy storage.

A TASTE OF THE DAY TO DAY

Policy development and consultations

• Keeping track of evolving energy policy, regulation and market reforms affecting BESS.
• Leading in the development of Zenobē’s energy policy positions.
• Drafting responses to energy policy consultations and inquiry submissions.
• Attending industry code modification and working groups that are important to energy storage.
• Drafting Zenobē policy statements on supply chains, environment, health and safety, and quality.
• Working closely with Business Development, Commercial and Project Development team.

Stakeholder engagement

• Leading on public affairs work across the Network Infrastructure division of the business.
• Identifying political decision makers and outreach opportunities.
• Providing technical policy advice to the media team for political commentary.
• Representing Zenobē at diverse events.
• Managing relationships across Government, Opposition, Ofgem, ESO, industry, and trade associations.

Health and Safety

Actively contribute to Zenobe's commitment to health and safety, wellbeing and sustainability by integrating these principles into daily responsibilities.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We realise that certain groups of people are less likely to apply for a role if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. To be absolutely clear: if you like the look of this job and think you could do it well, we encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience.

Knowledge and Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience working in energy policy.
• A strong understanding of recent clean energy and transport policy.
• Experience of working collaboratively to research and write long-form policy documents.
• An established network in the energy policy space.
• A good understanding of the UK’s political landscape and processes.

Skills and Competencies

• A passion for climate policy.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• The ability to manage relationships across a wide range of organisations.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

WORKING AT ZENOBE

We’re passionate about sustainability and are proud to offer Team Zenobē a pioneering and collaborative working environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Up to 33% annual bonus for being awesome.
• 25 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• £1,500 training budget per year.
• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Pension scheme, up to 8% matched contributions.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Cash back health plan.

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our people are our strongest asset and the key determinant of our success, and we value a range of skillsets and perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute.