Job Summary
The Senior Director will spearhead strategy related to US regulatory and policy matters, collaborating closely with government relations to effectively address permitting processes, engage in legislative advocacy, and navigate site-specific regulatory challenges. This position also entails overseeing external legal counsel and providing legal guidance on energy procurement, infrastructure initiatives, and corporate governance issues.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the regulatory and policy strategy for the US.
- Collaborate with government relations to manage permitting and legislative advocacy.
- Identify and assess site-specific regulatory risks.
- Supervise external legal counsel to ensure compliance and adherence to regulations.
- Provide legal oversight for energy procurement and infrastructure projects.
- Handle corporate governance matters effectively.
- Communicate complex regulatory issues to executive leadership.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited US law school.
- A minimum of 15 years of experience in energy or data center regulation.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing legal teams across multiple states.
- Strong communication skills to articulate regulatory risks to executives.
