Director of Regulatory & External Affairs – Energy Storage

ArcTern Ventures; California; Remote; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

401K with match

Job summary

Hydrostor seeks a Director of Regulatory and External Affairs to lead policy and regulatory engagement in California and key markets. You will shape regulatory outcomes, drive utility and stakeholder collaboration, and advance Hydrostor's A-CAES deployment with cross-functional teams.

This strategic, external-facing role requires deep regulatory knowledge, strong communication skills, and a track record of influencing policy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of regulatory affairs or related policy experience in energy.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• Direct California electricity sector experience with utilities or developers.
• Strong knowledge of CPUC processes and California energy policy.
• Proven ability to influence regulators and stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with long-duration energy storage or grid modernization preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory and public policy strategy in California for long-duration storage.
• Monitor CPUC proceedings, regulatory initiatives, procurement, and planning.
• Develop advocacy strategies to support commercialization of A-CAES.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Commercial teams on opportunities.
• Provide guidance on energy policy trends and procurement programs.
• Build relationships with utilities, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Represent Hydrostor at industry conferences and stakeholder meetings.
• Deliver external presentations on storage, regulation, and market development.
• Manage external consultants and ensure compliance with lobbying rules.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advocacy

Public speaking

California energy policy

CPUC policy

Regulators liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hydrostor seeks a Director of Regulatory and External Affairs to lead policy and regulatory engagement in California and key markets. You will shape regulatory outcomes, drive utility and stakeholder collaboration, and advance Hydrostor's A-CAES deployment with cross-functional teams.

This strategic, external-facing role requires deep regulatory knowledge, strong communication skills, and a track record of influencing policy.