Director, Regulatory – Carbon

Shell

. Serve as the primary regulatory advisor to the Commercial team .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $149,000 - $223,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in carbon markets, including regulatory compliance, market analysis, and policy advocacy. Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and translate complex regulations into actionable business strategies.

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Carbon Markets ExpertiseRegulatory CompliancePolicy AdvocacyStakeholder EngagementGreenhouse Gas Accounting

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Hard Skills

Regulatory AnalysisMarket IntelligenceCarbon Allowance ManagementEmissions Reporting ProtocolsLifecycle Carbon Intensity FrameworksClean Fuel ProgramsRNG MarketsLegislative MonitoringRegulatory Training CoordinationAgency Report Preparation

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingRelationship BuildingResearch SkillsCommunication SkillsAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Cap-and-TradeGreenhouse Gas ReportsEnvironmental AttributesLow-Carbon Fuel CreditsRegulatory ProgramsCalifornia Cap-and-InvestWA Cap-and-InvestRGGIQuebec Cap and TradeSustainability Certification Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary regulatory advisor to the Commercial team
Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, and political developments affecting cap-and-trade carbon markets, clean fuel programs, RNG, and communicate business impacts
Provide regulatory guidance and market intelligence to environmental products trading, RNG origination, and power trading teams
Track and evaluate policy, legislative, and market developments across major North American carbon programs
Evaluate regulatory programs across North America and determine impacts on carbon allowances, offsets, RNG, low-carbon fuel credits, environmental attributes, and trading activities
Develop and advocate policy positions through regulatory proceedings, legislative processes, trade associations, and stakeholder engagements
Build and maintain relationships with regulators, policymakers, market administrators, industry stakeholders, and trade associations
Serve on trade association and 501(c)(3) boards of directors
Monitor regulatory reporting obligations and support preparation, verification, and submission of greenhouse gas reports
Coordinate implementation of new regulatory requirements and communicate compliance obligations and operational impacts
Oversee carbon allowance and credit transfer activities in the United States and Canada, including reporting and recordkeeping
Prepare and submit agency reports, permits, and licenses
Coordinate regulatory training
Review rules affecting implementation of evaluated projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Bachelor’s degree or higher required
Minimum of 10 years industry experience in carbon markets
In-depth technical and commercial understanding of carbon markets, including California cap-and-Invest, WA cap-and-Invest, RGGI, and/or Quebec cap and trade
Good technical and commercial understanding of clean fuel programs, RNG markets, and greenhouse gas accounting frameworks
Deep knowledge of existing and emerging regulations in the U.S. and Canada
Familiarity with regulatory programs in Europe and Asia, including ability to assess commercial implications of proposed policy changes, is a plus
Familiarity with greenhouse gas accounting methodologies, lifecycle carbon intensity frameworks, emissions reporting protocols, sustainability certification programs, and environmental claims requirements is a plus
Proven ability to translate complex regulatory developments into actionable commercial recommendations and identify opportunities that create competitive advantage
Strong strategic thinking skills, including ability to anticipate regulatory shifts and assess potential commercial impacts
Appreciation of license to operate concerns and compliance
Ability to build and foster relationships across internal and external stakeholders
Ability to effectively operate within a challenging and dynamic work environment while managing competing priorities
Fundamental understanding of regulatory processes and procedures
Strong research, writing, and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs
Company pension plan
401(k) plan
Up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time
Up to 11 paid holidays
Parental leave: 16 weeks for birthing parents and 8 weeks for non-birthing parents
Short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay
Long-Term Disability insurance
Financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses
Discretionary long-term incentives for some roles
Flexible working hours
Possibility of remote/mobile working
Annual performance related salary increase
Paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents
Training and development programs
Diverse career opportunities in national and international teams