Head of Government Relations

Fuse Energy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy startup in Greater London is seeking a strategic operator to lead Government Relations. You will shape the regulatory landscape for Fuse's global expansion while managing high-level relationships with government and regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate has a strong background in government relations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex environments. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus schemes, and a robust benefits package including tech support and annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity sign-on bonus

Biannual bonus scheme

Fully expensed tech

Paid annual leave

Breakfast and dinner allowance

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in government relations or public affairs (energy experience preferred).
• Ability to break down complex regulatory environments and execute quickly.
• Strong network across government or industry institutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead government, regulatory, and policy strategy across multiple markets.
• Build and manage relationships with government and regulatory bodies.
• Shape and respond to consultations and legislative developments.

Skills

Government relations

Policy strategy

Regulatory access

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Communication

Job description

Fuse Energy is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup on a mission to deliver a terawatt of renewable energy - fast. We're combining first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system. We raised $100M from top-tier investors including Multicoin, Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, Box Group and strategic angels like Nico Rosberg, the Co-Founder of Solana and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify, Uber and more.

We’re creating a fully integrated energy company: from developing solar, wind and hydrogen projects to real-time power trading and distributed energy installations. By selling directly to consumers, we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass on savings to customers.

But we’re not stopping there. We’re also building the Energy Network: a decentralised platform of smart devices that rewards users in Energy Dollars for electrifying their homes, shifting usage to off-peak hours, and helping balance the grid. This network strengthens grid stability - a critical foundation for scaling AI data centers and other energy‑intensive industries.

We are looking for an exceptionally driven and strategic operator to lead Government Relations at Fuse and shape the regulatory environment that underpins our global expansion. You will work directly with the founders and senior leadership team to position Fuse as a leader in the future of decentralised clean energy.

The ideal candidate is an independent thinker who can execute at high intensity, build senior relationships across government and regulatory bodies, and move rapidly from policy strategy to practical implementation. You will operate at the centre of Fuse’s mission, influencing how the energy system evolves in the UK, US, Europe, and beyond.

Responsibilities

You will lead Fuse’s government, regulatory, and policy strategy across the UK, US, and key European markets. This includes shaping the policy landscape, driving regulatory access, and unlocking strategic opportunities for Fuse’s renewable development, decentralised energy network, trading, and international expansion.

Examples of what you’ll work on:

• Building and managing high-level relationships with government, regulators, energy agencies, and industry bodies
• Leading Fuse’s regulatory strategy for new markets, licences, and international expansion
• Shaping and responding to consultations, regulatory filings, and legislative developments
• Navigating incentives, subsidies, and policy frameworks that accelerate renewable build‑out
• Supporting development strategy for large-scale solar, wind, hydrogen, and distributed energy assets
• Advising on emerging policies around decentralisation, grid modernisation, AI, and power trading
• Preparing policy analysis, briefing materials, and insights for founder-level decision making
• Representing Fuse in public forums, roundtables, and strategic external conversations
• Owning high-priority regulatory initiatives and cross-functional expansion projects end-to-end

• Demonstrated track record in government relations, policy, regulation, or public affairs (energy experience strongly preferred)
• Ability to break down complex regulatory environments and execute quickly
• Strong network across government, regulators, or industry institutions
• Comfortable learning fast, switching contexts, and operating with limited guidance
• Capable of working independently or alongside technical, commercial, and product teams
• Relentless, detail-oriented, and highly operational mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to influence at the highest levels

• Competitive salary and an equity sign‑on bonus
• Biannual bonus scheme
• Fully expensed tech to match your needs
• Paid annual leave
• Breakfast and dinner allowance for office‑based employees