Manager - Policy & Regulatory Affairs - Renewable

Role & responsibilities

• Policy Advocacy:- Engagement with central government bodies including MNRE, MoP, MoEFCC, NITI Aayog, CEA, CTU, Grid India, CERC, etc., to advocate for policy and regulatory reforms conducive to renewable energy growth.
  
• Regulatory Analysis: - Monitor and analyze existing and emerging policies, regulations, and legislative developments related to solar, wind, storage, green hydrogen, carbon markets, BESS, PSP, and power markets.
  
• Strategic Engagements:- Maintain strategic relationships with policymakers, think tanks, industry bodies (such as CII, FICCI, NSEFI, ISA), and multilateral organizations.
  
• Internal Advisory - Provide timely inputs to senior leadership and business teams on policy implications, regulatory risks, and compliance requirements.
  
• Policy Research & Position Papers: - Draft whitepapers, consultation responses, and internal policy notes to articulate ReNews perspectives on key issues.
  
• Collaborative Initiatives:- Work closely with business teams, corporate strategy, legal, project development, and ESG teams to align policy priorities with business objectives.
  
• Capacity Building: - Support internal awareness and training sessions on policy and regulatory developments for cross-functional teams.

Qualifications & Experience-

• Masters degree in Public Policy, Law, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or related disciplines. A background from IITs/IIMs/ISB/NLUs is preferred.

• 5–8 years of experience in policy, regulatory affairs, or government relations, preferably in the renewable energy or power sector.

• Proven track record of working with central ministries and regulators.• Strong understanding of Indian power sector regulations, RE regulations, energy transition policies, and global climate frameworks.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate at senior levels.

Key Attributes-

• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach.• Strong network across government, regulatory, and industry circles.• Ability to manage ambiguity and work under tight timelines.• Passion for renewable energy and climate action.

Preferred candidate profile