Regulatory Specialist d/f/m

RWE; Essen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH invites applications for a regulatory affairs role located in Essen. The position focuses on monitoring German and European gas market regulations and shaping business implications with high autonomy and wide visibility across RWEST and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities include engaging with national and EU regulators, developing regulatory positions, and representing RWEST in trade associations. Travel to meet stakeholders is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in wholesale gas markets and European energy regulation.
• University degree in Economics, Business, Law or related discipline.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to turn regulatory developments into actionable recommendations.
• Willingness to travel frequently and engage with stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and German.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse German and European regulatory developments, translating them into clear business implications.
• Manage day-to-day engagement with national and EU governments, regulators and authorities, focusing on gas markets and low-carbon gases.
• Partner with Trading, Analysis, Risk and other RWEST functions to develop regulatory positions.
• Represent RWEST’s interests in trade associations and stakeholder groups.
• Advocate regulatory positions through presentations, submissions, and external communications.
• Help navigate regulatory change and move from monitoring to driving the agenda.

Skills

Gas markets knowledge

Energy regulation

Analytical skills

English & German fluency

Willingness to travel

Education

University degree in Economics, Business, Law or related discipline

Job description

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RWE Supply & Trading GmbH
To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent

Help shape the regulatory agenda for gas and low-carbon gases at a pivotal time for energy markets. Joining our dynamic team of experts, you will work with high autonomy and gain significant visibility across RWE Supply & Trading GmbH (RWEST) and with external stakeholders.

About the role

• Monitor and analyse German and European regulatory developments, translating them into clear business implications.
• Manage day-to-day engagement with national and EU governments, regulators and legislative authorities, with a primary focus on gas markets and low-carbon gases, alongside relevant electricity market topics.
• Partner with Trading, Analysis, Risk and other RWEST functions to develop and shape effective regulatory positions.
• Represent RWEST’s interests in trade associations and relevant stakeholder groups.
• Advocate regulatory positions through presentations, consultation responses, written submissions, and other external communications.
• Help the team navigate significant market, economic, and regulatory change while moving from monitoring issues to driving the agenda.

Job requirements and experience

• At least three years’ experience in wholesale gasmarkets and German and European energy regulation, gained in government, a regulator, industry association or energy firm. Additional experience in electricity markets would be an advantage.
• A university degree in Economics, Business, Law or related discipline.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn complex regulatory developments into clear, actionable business recommendations.
• A responsible and curious approach to using AI tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German, with the confidence to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes at short notice.
• Ability to take informed decisions, constructively challenge ideas and build trusted relationships across organisational boundaries.

Advantageous, but not essential

• Experience with biofuels, LNG or hydrogen.
• Experience leading and working with governments, regulators, industry associations and stakeholder organisations.

What we value most is someone who continuously demonstrates courage, thrives to create impact and seeks to build trusting, collaborative relationships. So, even if you think you do not yet display all of the skills listed above, we would still like to hear from you.

RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you.

We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being as well as your personal and professional growth.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• High visibility across RWEST and with external stakeholders working on regulatory issues that shape our business and strategy.
• The opportunity to develop deep expertise in gas markets, low-carbon gases and European energy regulation.
• Autonomy to make a meaningful contribution in a fast-moving environment.
• A friendly, dynamic team of experts who work together to address complex market challenges.
• A role at the heart of the energy transition, helping shape the future of energy markets.

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world’s energy markets. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, the company operates one of Europe’s largest and most advanced energy trading floors. A diverse team of over 2,300 professionals from around 90 countries trades electricity, gas, commodities, and CO2 emission allowances. With precise market analysis and a strong customer focus, we create innovative energy supply solutions and tailored risk management concepts for industrial clients.

We also ensure the commercial optimisation of RWE’s power plant portfolio and market the electricity generated by RWE. In addition, legally independent RWE gas storage companies operate in Germany, contributing to a secure energy supply.