Market and Policy Manager

New Energy Equity

Market & Policy Manager advancing community solar policy and market expansion for New Energy Equity, a U.S. renewable energy developer.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeAnnapolis • Colorado, Maryland, Minnesota, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing and synthesizing complex energy policy and market information, with strong financial modeling skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders in the renewable energy sector.

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Renewable Energy Policy AnalysisFinancial ModelingStakeholder EngagementCommunity Solar ExperienceRegulatory Affairs

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisProject EconomicsExcel-Based Financial ModelingMarket ResearchPolicy DevelopmentLegislative AnalysisRegulatory Docket TrackingUtility Tariff AnalysisCost-Benefit AnalysisData Synthesis

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAnalytical ThinkingCollaborationRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Solar MarketsUtility RegulationIncentivesTax CreditsInterconnection RequirementsStakeholder CoordinationEnergy PolicyRegulatory ProceedingsEmerging Energy MarketsCommunity Solar

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and evaluate solar markets nationwide and execute market and policy priorities under the Vice President of Policy.
Develop and maintain knowledge of state community solar markets, legislation, regulations, utility tariffs and rates, incentives, tax credits, RECs, interconnection requirements, and project economics.
Track and analyze regulatory dockets, pending legislation, stakeholder working groups, utility proceedings, and other policy activity.
Synthesize complex policy and market information into summaries and recommendations for leadership and internal teams.
Assess financial implications of policy developments and gather revenue and cost inputs for project finance analysis and financial modeling.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend new market opportunities.
Support policy strategies through market research, policy positions, stakeholder coordination, and policy initiatives.
Draft and file regulatory comments, testimony, and other policy submissions.
Represent New Energy in meetings with lawmakers, regulators, utilities, industry organizations, and stakeholders, including travel to priority markets.
Build and maintain external stakeholder relationships and develop market intelligence and consensus around policy solutions.
Participate in industry organizations, working groups, conferences, and forums.
Communicate findings, developments, opportunities, risks, and recommended actions to leadership and internal teams.
Collaborate with Development, Project Finance, Legal, Engineering, and other teams.
Maintain current market intelligence and policy resources for strategic decision-making and institutional knowledge.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of relevant professional experience in renewable energy, solar, energy policy, regulatory affairs, utility regulation, government affairs, market development, or a related field
Experience analyzing state energy policy and regulatory frameworks, including legislation, regulatory proceedings, utility programs, tariffs, incentives, and renewable energy markets
Strong understanding of the U.S. solar industry
Experience evaluating emerging energy markets and translating policy developments into business and project implications
Strong financial and analytical skills, including understanding project economics and revenue and cost drivers
Experience with Excel-based financial modeling required
Experience engaging legislators, regulators, utilities, industry associations, consultants, and other policy or market participants
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to research and synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations
Ability and willingness to travel regularly
Bachelor’s degree in public policy, economics, business, political science, environmental studies, engineering, energy, or a related field required
Direct community solar experience, project finance experience, utility regulatory experience, and advanced degree are preferred or a plus
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance and Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences
Comprehensive benefits package may be available
Remote work option for qualified candidates
Supportive work-life balance
Professional development support
Inclusive and collaborative work environment
Team celebrations and dynamic work environment