Policy and Business Director, Clean Energy

New Leaf Energy, Inc. is hiring a Policy and Business Director for Clean Energy in Boston, MA. The role involves developing business strategies, collaborating on policy changes, and improving market structures for renewable energy. Candidates should have experience in business development or policy, particularly in solar or storage, along with strong communication skills and a passion for renewable energy.
Our Mission

New Leaf Energy, Inc. is committed to accelerating the transition to a world powered by renewable energy.
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business and Policy Development Director to join our team and contribute to our mission.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement business development strategies to increase the value of our existing pipeline and generate new business opportunities;
• Work collaboratively with our development and policy teams to shape and pre-empt changes in state legislative and regulatory proceedings;
• Translate changes in state legislative and regulatory proceedings into opportunities for our solar and energy storage businesses;
• Collaborate with our allies to improve state market structures for renewable energy and storage projects.
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:
• Significant experience in business development or policy, preferably focused on solar or storage issues in New York or related fields;
• Strong understanding of interconnection challenges and strategies for de-risking renewable energy projects;
• Proven ability to navigate policy through legislative and regulatory processes;
• Leadership experience in business development, sales, or marketing in the solar, storage, or related industries;
• Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills;
• Passion for renewable energy and its potential to drive positive change.