Senior Policy Analyst

Remote; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with5+

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Remote work within the United States

Job summary

Partner company seeks a Senior Policy Analyst in the United States to lead policy research for solar PV and energy storage, translating developments into actionable client insights.

You will deliver research, market intelligence, and strategic guidance through reports, client engagements, and bespoke projects while collaborating with policy, consulting, and marketing teams. This role emphasizes responsible AI usage and data governance in research workflows.

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills with renewable energy policy knowledge.
• 2+ years in consulting, market research, or corporate strategy.
• Established professional connections in solar/energy storage sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; explain complex topics clearly.
• Strong presentation skills; confident leading client discussions and Q&A.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills to present clear charts and visuals.
• Interest in clean energy tech and energy transition.
• Ability to translate research into practical client insights.
• Collaborate across policy, consulting, commercial, and marketing teams.
• Willingness to use AI tools responsibly and ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy research for solar PV and ESS, translating regulatory developments into actionable insights for clients.
• Research operations: identify data sources and maintain archives; strengthen AI-enabled workflows.
• Support business development by engaging clients and contributing to marketing content and debates.

Skills

Policy research

Analytical skills

Consulting experience

Professional connections

Written communication

Presentation skills

PowerPoint

Team collaboration

AI tools usage

US work authorization

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Policy Analyst based in the United States.

The Senior Policy Analyst will play a key role in analyzing policy developments shaping the global solar photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS) markets.
You will deliver research, market intelligence, and strategic insights through industry reports, interactive client services, and bespoke consulting projects.
Working at the intersection of renewable energy policy, technology, and commercial strategy, you will help clients understand regulatory developments and their potential market impact.
You will contribute to the development of research publications while serving as a subject matter expert in client discussions and presentations.
The role also involves strengthening analytical processes, identifying reliable data sources, and responsibly integrating AI tools into research workflows.
Through collaboration with consulting, commercial, and marketing teams, you will help build client relationships and reinforce the organization's position in the clean energy advisory sector.
This is a remote opportunity for a knowledgeable and engaging professional passionate about renewable energy and the global energy transition.

Accountabilities

You will lead policy research and analysis for solar PV and energy storage services, translating complex regulatory developments into actionable insights for clients and internal stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include:

• Policy Research and Client Advisory:

  • Research and analyze policies affecting the import, sale, and deployment of solar PV and battery energy storage products.

  • Assess and communicate the expected market implications of policy developments across relevant regions.

  • Contribute to recurring research publications, including the PV and ESS Supply, Technology and Policy Report, as well as new reports and research initiatives.

  • Support the development and expansion of the standard research portfolio and contribute to special projects.

  • Lead policy discussions, presentations, and Q&A sessions for established research clients and bespoke consulting engagements.

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for consulting teams, providing market intelligence and policy insights throughout client projects.

• Research Operations and Analytical Processes:

  • Identify, evaluate, and catalog essential data sources for recurring policy analyses.

  • Maintain organized internal file systems and ensure relevant source materials and process documentation are properly archived.

  • Strengthen analytical frameworks through the appropriate use of AI tools.

  • Collaborate with policy team members to establish and maintain safeguards for reviewing and validating AI-generated content.

• Commercial and Business Development Support:

  • Build and maintain relationships with key clients through formal and informal interactions.

  • Support commercial activities by participating in virtual sales calls, industry conferences, and roadshows as a subject matter expert.

  • Provide policy and market expertise to strengthen client engagement and support business development opportunities.

  • Contribute content and insights to marketing initiatives, including blogs, webinars, research papers, panels, and trade shows.

  • Help prioritize thought leadership and marketing activities based on their expected return on investment.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate combines strong research and analytical capabilities with an understanding of renewable energy policy and the ability to communicate complex topics clearly. The following qualifications and skills are expected:

• Strong research and analytical skills, with a solid understanding of renewable energy policy, preferably across global markets.

• At least two years of experience in consulting, market research, or corporate strategy development.

• Established professional connections across key players in the solar and energy storage industries.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex policy developments in accessible language.

• Strong presentation skills and confidence leading client discussions, presentations, and Q&A sessions.

• Advanced PowerPoint skills, including the ability to create clear, effective charts and visual representations of data.

• A strong interest in clean energy technologies, renewable energy markets, and the broader energy transition.

• Ability to translate policy research and market intelligence into practical insights for clients and business stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing research sources, documentation, and recurring analytical processes.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across policy, consulting, commercial, and marketing teams.

• Willingness to use AI tools responsibly and contribute to processes that ensure the accuracy and reliability of AI-assisted research.

• Must reside in the United States and be legally authorized to work there.

Benefits:

• Competitive salaried compensation, determined according to experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life and disability insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Remote work arrangement within the United States.