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NextEra Energy Resources

Executive Director - Regulatory Affairs (West Region)

NextEra Energy Resources, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Executive Director - Regulatory Affairs (West Region)

Date:

Sep 30, 2024Company:

NextEra EnergyNextEra Energy Resources

is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.Position Specific DescriptionResponsible for all regulatory affairs in the West Region. The position involves oversight responsibility and management of the policy, positions, and priorities in the West Region in support of NextEra's existing businesses and new development and growth. This includes policy coordination of and responsibility for the CPUC, CAISO and western transmission markets. The job requires commercial capabilities and knowledge of all NEER’s businesses in order to flag risks and credibly work with policy makers and politicians to advance NextEra interests. The position involves extensive teamwork, internally and externally, on such issues as regulatory proceedings, legislation, permitting, and environmental review processes. Candidate should have strong teamwork / team building ability, project management skills, and the ability to coordinate a multi-background professional team. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required as well as a disciplined approach to managing competing company interests and setting priorities for the team and the region. Candidates should be willing to travel in support of priorities and be located in the West Region.Overview:The employee in this role directly supports NEER’s operational and development organizations by representing our company’s interests at the CPUC, CAISO, and Western transmission markets. The employee will lead a team and work closely with their West Region legislative counterparts and other employee groups at NEER.Additional Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesParticipates in CPUC, CAISO, and western transmission market stakeholder processes.Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal and strategic external stakeholders.Oversees and directs the work of internal, cross-functional, multi-disciplined teams.Completes long-range strategic planning.Develops, coaches, and mentors team members.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Participates in stakeholder processes, regulatory bodies, and/or regional organizationsFormulates company strategies internally for communication in the marketplaceCompletes long-range strategic planningPerforms other job-related duties as assignedRequired Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeExperience: 12+ yearsPreferred Qualifications

Master’s - Business AdministrationJuris DoctorateThe estimated base pay for this position is $192,000.00 to $288,000.00 per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training.NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.Employee Group:

ExemptEmployee Type:

Full TimeJob Category:

Legal/Regulatory/External AffairsOrganization:

NextEra Energy Project Management, LLCRelocation Provided:

Yes, if applicableNextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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