Sr Director, Federal Government Affairs

RWE Gruppe; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 215,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Senior Director of Federal Government Affairs to shape and advance the company’s interests before the U.S. federal government.

The role leads engagement with policymakers, agencies, and Congress to influence priority legislative and regulatory matters and to position RWE as a credible voice on policy issues affecting the business. The candidate will bring deep policy expertise, strategic leadership, and an ability to operate in a fast-paced political environment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years federal government affairs, public policy, Capitol Hill, or agency experience; minimum 5 years with relevant corporate/association experience.
• Proven track record influencing federal policy outcomes and building trusted relationships at the highest levels of government.
• Deep understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory process.
• Ability to communicate effectively to executive leadership.
• Ability to work in ambiguity and in a matrixed environment.
• Collaborative, cross-functional mindset across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor to the VP of Federal Government Affairs.
• Gather and assess legislative and regulatory intelligence for actionable insights.
• Monitor federal policy developments to help anticipate shifts and shape outcomes.
• Build bipartisan relationships with senior government officials and stakeholders.
• Represent the company in high-level policy discussions and coalitions.
• Advise leadership on political risks, opportunities, and strategic implications.
• Drive cross-functional alignment on advocacy strategies.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy/political science/law

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area: Corporate Development / Strategy; Regulation / Risk Management Remuneration: Exempt

The Senior Director of Federal Government Affairs serves as a strategic leader responsible for shaping, advancing, and protecting the company’s interests before the U.S. federal government. This role leads engagement with senior policymakers, federal agencies, congressional offices, industry influencers, and thought leaders on priority legislative and regulatory matters. The Senior Director will provide expert guidance to executive leadership, shape policy outcomes, and ensure the organization is positioned as a trusted, credible voice on issues that impact the business.

This role requires exceptional business acumen, deep policy expertise, and the ability to operate with agility in a fast‑paced political environment. Working in close partnership with internal and external stakeholders, the Senior Director champions a “one team” mindset, driving alignment and enabling enterprise‑wide policy strategies.

Role Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor to the VP of Federal Government Affairs
• Proactively gather and assess early, pre decisional legislative and regulatory intelligence and deliver actionable insights across the organization
• Monitor and analyze federal policy developments to help the business anticipate shifts and shape outcomes
• Build and sustain strong bipartisan relationships with senior government officials, agencies, and influential stakeholders
• Represent the company in high level policy discussions, meetings, and coalitions
• Advise executive leadership on political and risks, opportunities, and strategic implications
• Drive cross functional alignment on advocacy strategies by influencing without authority in a complex, matrixed environment
• Clearly communicate complex policy issues through concise briefings, updates, and recommendations
• Foster a collaborative, agile, “one team” culture with internal partners across the enterprise
• Represent the company with professionalism, integrity, and credibility consistent with top-tier government affairs standards

Job Requirements and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 10 years of federal government affairs, public policy, Capitol Hill, or agency; minimum 5years with relevant corporate/association experience required
• Demonstrated track record of influencing federal policy outcomes and building trusted relationships at the highest levels of government
• Deep understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory process
• Ability to quickly interpret complex policy landscapes, connect them to business implications, and inform high‑impact decision‑making
• Proven ability to develop and execute political strategies to achieve high priority business outcomes
• Ability to communicate effectively to multiple levels in the organization, including executive leadership
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguity and communicate effectively with team members
• Operates with a collaborative, “one team” approach; naturally connects people, priorities, and policy risks/opportunities across the organization

Work Environment

This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range

The annual base salary range for this position in Washington DC is $215,000- $275,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states.With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operateswind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.