Director, Government Affairs

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Director of Government Affairs in Washington, D.C. This senior role involves executing government affairs strategies and furthering business interests in relation to U.S. energy policies. Candidates should possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills, alongside relevant educational qualifications and at least some industry experience. The company values diversity and promotes equal opportunity in careers.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision care

HSA with company contributions

401(k) plan with employer match

Pension plan

Education assistance

Fitness subsidy

Qualifications

• Minimum undergraduate degree required, advanced degree preferred.
• Previous experience in the energy industry is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Execute Federal Government Affairs activities and develop strategy.
• Understand and influence U.S. energy/climate policy.
• Formulate policy positions aligned with business goals.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders in Washington D.C.

Skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Synthesis of complex issues

Foreign language proficiency

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree in U.S. Government and Public Affairs, Economics, or Business

Advanced degree in U.S. Government and Public Affairs or Economics

Job description

TotalEnergies is a major energy company, which produces and markets fuels, natural gas and low-carbon electricity. Over 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is safer, more affordable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 120 countries, TotalEnergies ambition is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 or sooner. The US Government is engineering a major transformation of the US economy with ambitious goals to cut GHG emissions in half by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

What We Provide

TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.

TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

International Consideration

TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Activities

The Director, Government Affairsis responsible, at the direction of the President & CEO, for executing on both the company’s Federal Government Affairs activities (notably International) and on Government Affairs and Policy issues strategy in support of TotalEnergies business interests. This includes furthering TotalEnergies' presence amongst Washington DC’s stakeholders (policy makers and opinion leaders, US government representatives, diplomatic missions, industry associations, think tanks, etc.) to help build positive awareness of TotalEnergies activities/positions.In this role you will:

• Understand the direction of US energy/climate and foreign policy in sensitive areas of particular interest to the Company and where it is critical to TotalEnergies business interests.
• Develop and manage relationships in support of TotalEnergies efforts to enhance its US and global businesses, notably in the Clean Power domain.
• Formulate policy positions in support of TotalEnergies business.
• Identify emerging issues as they relate to TotalEnergies Corporate priorities.
• Provide insights and analyses on Washington perspectives and developments of interest to TTE.
• Execute on advocacy and strategies for US-based stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

TotalEnergies is seeking a Director, Government Affairs, to join its team in Washington, DC. We are seeking a senior Government Affairs professional who will be responsible for guiding the company’s Federal government affairs activities in specific areas and developing government affairs and policy issues strategy in support of TotalEnergies business interests.

Education/Experience:

• Relevant undergraduate degree in U.S. Government and Public Affairs, Economics, or Business (required)
• Advanced degree in U.S. Government and Public Affairs or Economics (preferred)
• Previous experience in the energy industry

Skills:

• Excellent oral, written, analytical, critical thinking, and presentation skills
• Ability to synthesize and clearly communicate complex issues
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills to support organization-wide objectives
• Deep understanding of the Washington, D.C. political and policy landscape
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a small team environment
• Foreign language proficiency is a plus

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.