Liasoning Officer (Solar Industry Preferred)

The Liaisoning Officer will be responsible for handling all statutory, legal, and regulatory approvals required for solar power projects. The role involves building strong relationships with government departments, regulatory authorities, and local bodies to ensure timely clearances, compliance, and smooth execution of solar projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with government departments (Electricity Board, Nodal Agencies, DISCOMs, MNRE, etc.) for necessary approvals, permits, and licenses related to solar projects.
• Ensure compliance with state and central policies, rules, and regulations applicable to renewable energy.
• Liaise with local authorities for land acquisition, right-of-way, and other project-related approvals.
• Facilitate statutory clearances such as net metering approvals, power evacuation permissions, and grid connectivity.
• Maintain strong relationships with officials at regulatory bodies to track policy updates and upcoming changes in solar/renewable energy regulations.
• Prepare and submit required documents, applications, and reports to concerned authorities.
• Assist internal teams (engineering, legal, finance, and project management) by providing updates on approval timelines and regulatory requirements.
• Resolve issues with authorities in a timely and effective manner to avoid project delays.
• Represent the company in meetings, hearings, and discussions with government agencies and stakeholders.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in liaisoning, preferably in the solar, renewable energy, or infrastructure sector.
• Strong knowledge of solar industry regulations, policies, and approval procedures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple approvals simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office and documentation.
• Willingness to travel frequently for meetings with authorities and site visits.

Key Skills:

• Liaisoning & Networking
• Regulatory Compliance
• Government Relations
• Problem Solving
• Documentation & Reporting
• Negotiation Skills