Senior Policy Principal

Advanced Energy United

. Lead Advanced Energy United’s work in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legislative policy development and advocacy within the energy sector, with strong capabilities in relationship-building, strategic communication, and coalition coordination. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver impactful advocacy materials.

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Legislative Policy DevelopmentEnergy Sector AdvocacyRelationship-BuildingStrategic CommunicationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Policy DevelopmentCampaign WorkReport CreationPresentation SkillsMedia Engagement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam LeadershipFlexibilityCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Clean EnergyElectrified TransportationCoalition CoordinationLegislative StrategyPublic Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Advanced Energy United’s work in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island
Develop and implement strategies to accelerate the transition to 100% clean energy and electrified transportation
Work on legislative, administrative, and regulatory policy objectives
Develop policy positions and reach consensus with member companies
Manage lobbyist relationships and their engagement in legislative strategy and execution
Organize direct decision-maker engagement, lobby days, legislator and candidate education, earned media, and participation in legislative, regulatory, and administrative processes
Build and maintain relationships with coalition partners, allies, and legislative and administrative staff
Coordinate advocacy efforts with coalition allies
Create reports, presentations, fact sheets, and other written and visual advocacy materials
Deliver verbal presentations
Identify earned media opportunities with the communications team
Draft press statements, conduct media interviews, write blog posts, participate in webinars, and create opportunities to showcase advanced energy
Travel as needed within Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island and occasionally elsewhere

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, Engineering, or Communications, or applicable comparable experience
Minimum of five years of professional experience in legislative policy development, campaign work, or organizing in the energy sector
Interest in energy and transportation issues
Understanding of the importance of policy advocacy to advance an organizational agenda
Entrepreneurial approach and flexible attitude
Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Experience leading team efforts toward an agreed-upon goal and delivering quality finished products
Excellent interpersonal relationship-building and written and verbal communication skills
Must be willing to travel up to 20%
Must reside in the U.S.; strong preference for residence in Boston

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work and flexible schedule
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
Medical premiums covered for employees at 100%
Flexible spending plans for health care and dependent care
Profit sharing opportunities and annual merit-based compensation increases
$75/month personal wellness reimbursement
$50/month phone stipend
Up to $200 reimbursement for home office set-up
Accrued Paid Time Off
11 federal holidays
Annual end-of-year closure
Parental Leave
Professional development reimbursement
401(k) plan with matching incentives
WMATA Transit Smart Benefits for DC, MD, and VA employees