Head of Onshore Policy & Wind Energy Strategy

Murray McIntosh & Associates Ltd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Renewables is seeking a strategic Head of Onshore Policy to lead its agenda for onshore wind and planning reform in Scotland. You will influence policy, convene industry leaders, and shape responses with government, regulators and planning authorities.

This senior role requires deep planning expertise, experience in renewable energy projects, outstanding communication skills, and the credibility to engage senior policymakers. Hybrid work from Glasgow, with occasional travel.

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 & consenting

Onshore wind experience

Environmental planning

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Job description

Scottish Renewables is seeking a strategic Head of Onshore Policy to lead its agenda for onshore wind and planning reform in Scotland. You will influence policy, convene industry leaders, and shape responses with government, regulators and planning authorities.

This senior role requires deep planning expertise, experience in renewable energy projects, outstanding communication skills, and the credibility to engage senior policymakers. Hybrid work from Glasgow, with occasional travel.