Head of Onshore Policy

Murray McIntosh Associates Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Scottish Renewables is seeking a strategic and influential policy leader to drive its onshore renewables agenda at a pivotal moment for Scotland's energy transition.

This high‑profile role offers the opportunity to become one of the leading voices for onshore renewables in Scotland, with hybrid working from the Glasgow office and occasional travel to events.

Qualifications

• Strong planning and consenting expertise.
• Experience of onshore wind development or renewable energy infrastructure projects.
• A deep understanding of environmental planning and the Scottish planning landscape.
• The ability to build consensus across competing stakeholder interests.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• The credibility to engage confidently with senior industry leaders and policymakers.

Responsibilities

• Lead Scottish Renewables' policy positions on onshore wind deployment and planning reform.
• Convene industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to develop consensus and influence change.
• Shape consultation responses, policy positions, and strategic recommendations.
• Lead engagement with government, regulators, planning authorities, and industry bodies.
• Drive the content and programme for Scottish Renewables' flagship Onshore and Planning conferences.
• Work alongside specialists in markets, economics and grid infrastructure to develop holistic policy solutions.

Skills

Planning expertise

Onshore wind

Environmental planning

Stakeholder influence

Policy leadership

Communication

Job description

Background

Scottish Renewables is seeking a strategic and influential policy leader to drive its onshore renewables agenda at a pivotal moment for Scotland's energy transition.

The Opportunity

This is a high‑profile leadership role offering the opportunity to become one of the leading voices for onshore renewables in Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Lead Scottish Renewables' policy positions on onshore wind deployment and planning reform.
• Convene industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to develop consensus and influence change.
• Shape consultation responses, policy positions, and strategic recommendations.
• Lead engagement with government, regulators, planning authorities, and industry bodies.
• Drive the content and programme for Scottish Renewables' flagship Onshore and Planning conferences.
• Work alongside specialists in markets, economics and grid infrastructure to develop holistic policy solutions.

About You

You may currently work within a renewable energy developer, planning or environmental consultancy, industry body, regulator, or government. What matters most is your ability to combine technical credibility with strategic leadership and stakeholder influence.

Key qualifications and skills:

• Strong planning and consenting expertise.
• Experience of onshore wind development or renewable energy infrastructure projects.
• A deep understanding of environmental planning and the Scottish planning landscape.
• The ability to build consensus across competing stakeholder interests.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• The credibility to engage confidently with senior industry leaders and policymakers.

Additional Information & How to Apply

You will join a supportive, inclusive and collaborative team, working on a hybrid basis (max 2 days from home) from the Glasgow office. Occasional overnight stays and weekend travel/event attendance will be required.

Application deadline is 23:59, 29th July. No cover letter required, but please ensure all relevant experience is highlighted on your CV.

Full UK right to work required. Sponsorship not available.

Equal Opportunities

Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.