Associate

The Ad Hoc Group

. Provide policy, business development, go-to-market, and fundraising support to AHG clients .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $95,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in climate and energy policy, with strong analytical and research skills to inform business development and regulatory strategies. Proven ability to build relationships and navigate complex regulatory landscapes while advocating for sustainable solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Climate Policy ExpertiseRegulatory Research and AnalysisBuilding Decarbonization KnowledgeRelationship Building and NetworkingStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisRegulatory ResearchBusiness DevelopmentFundraising SupportClimate-related Technical KnowledgeData AnalysisPresentation DevelopmentWritten Communication

Soft Skills

Agile NetworkingCritical ThinkingEmpathetic ThinkingOwnership and AccountabilityAdaptability

Industry Keywords

DecarbonizationElectrified MobilityEnergy RegulationCarbon RemovalResilienceClimate TechEnergy JusticePublic Utility Commissions

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide policy, business development, go-to-market, and fundraising support to AHG clients
Become an expert in policy and regulatory areas shaping a sustainable future, including building decarbonization, electrified mobility, resiliency, and carbon removal
Build relationships with startup founders, VC partners, and corporate leaders
Conduct in-depth policy and regulatory research and analysis to inform go-to-market, regulatory, and business development strategies
Coordinate with AHG team members to craft detailed written memos and presentations
Prepare comments and testimony before state public utility commissions and other federal, state, and municipal regulatory bodies
Lead the build-out of internal policy resources to streamline AHG’s work across clients
Travel for client work and team retreats as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in climate or energy policy, including work with startups, consulting, and/or government; preference for a diversity of experiences
Excellent research, writing, communication, and analytical skills
Strong technical knowledge in one or more climate-related segments, such as building decarbonization, transportation electrification, resilience, industrial decarbonization, grid services, or carbon removal
Experience navigating state energy regulation, wholesale energy markets, or carbon removal policy landscapes, or desire to build that expertise quickly
Ability to develop trusted relationships as an agile networker and advocate
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent context switching
Strong desire for ownership and accountability
Passion for climate tech and energy
Critical and empathetic thinking with an understanding of climate policy and energy justice complexities
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now and in the future
Finalists must complete and present a short skills assessment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus targeting 10%+
Participation in the company’s Equity Incentive Plan
Comprehensive medical/dental/vision
401(k) with an automatic 3% employer contribution
$1,500 annual professional development stipend
14 weeks fully paid parental leave
Flexible PTO
Hybrid/remote work arrangement
Up to 10–15% travel for client work and team retreats