Manila, PhilippinesEnergyDirector Level
The opportunity
Our client is an international renewable energy developer seeking a Director of Regulatory Affairs to oversee regulatory engagement and permitting across its Philippine portfolio of solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects. The role will focus on government relations, policy development, and securing regulatory approvals throughout the project lifecycle. The position will be based in the Philippines.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement regulatory strategies aligned with project development, construction, and operational priorities.
- Build and maintain senior-level relationships with government agencies, regulators, grid operators, and industry associations.
- Lead engagement with relevant authorities on renewable energy service contracts, project registrations, grid connections, and regulatory approvals.
- Drive policy advocacy initiatives and contribute to the development of energy regulations and market frameworks.
- Oversee permitting processes, identify regulatory risks, and resolve approval bottlenecks.
- Represent the business at industry forums, regulatory consultations, and government meetings.
- Advise senior leadership on regulatory developments and coordinate with internal development, engineering, legal, and commercial teams.
Requirements
- Degree in Law, Public Policy, Political Science, Engineering, Energy, or a related discipline.
- 10–15 years of experience in regulatory affairs, government relations, permitting, or external affairs, including 7–8 years in the Philippine energy sector.
- Established senior-level relationships with the Department of Energy (DOE) and National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP).
- Proven experience securing regulatory approvals, managing grid connection processes, and navigating multi-agency permitting.
- Strong understanding of the Philippine energy regulatory and policy environment.
- Experience in renewable energy, power generation, transmission, energy storage, or infrastructure.
- Demonstrated policy advocacy experience and involvement in energy industry associations.
- Fluent in English and Filipino; additional local languages are advantageous.
- Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Based in the Philippines, with willingness to travel regularly to project sites and government offices.