Senior External Affairs Lead — Community Solar (Illinois)

Trajectory Energy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance contributions

Annual Professional Development Stipend

Employee Equity Plan

Access to company 401k plus employer match

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Wellbeing days

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is looking for a Senior External Affairs Analyst in Chicago, IL. This full-time, hybrid role involves managing community engagement for solar projects and ensuring project compliance with Illinois energy programs. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in external affairs with strong relationship-building and communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $70,000 - $80,000, plus a target annual bonus of 20% and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in external affairs or a related field.
• Familiarity with IL energy programs and community solar preferred.
• Strong ability to work independently and coordinate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement on Illinois Community Driven Community Solar projects.
• Build relationships with community organizations and municipal stakeholders.
• Track and manage CDCS project commitments and compliance.

Skills

External affairs experience

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Job description

A leading renewable energy company is looking for a Senior External Affairs Analyst in Chicago, IL. This full-time, hybrid role involves managing community engagement for solar projects and ensuring project compliance with Illinois energy programs. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in external affairs with strong relationship-building and communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $70,000 - $80,000, plus a target annual bonus of 20% and various employee benefits.