Job Description

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.

 

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

Role Overview:

Support federal government affairs for EDP Renewables North America, working under the day ‑ to ‑ day direction of the Federal Affairs Lead and in coordination with the Senior Director of Government and Public Affairs. The Associate will contribute to the execution of the company ’ s policy analysis and advocacy agenda across North America, including the United States and Mexico, through research, coordination, drafting, and stakeholder engagement support.

Preferred location: Washington, DC.

Main responsibilities:

• Support federal advocacy efforts by assisting with engagement before federal policymakers in the U.S. and Mexico, including the legislative and executive branches, under the direction of senior government affairs staff.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining relationships with offices of elected officials, relevant industry associations, allied non ‑ governmental organizations, and other key stakeholders.
• Research, monitor, and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments and assess potential implications for EDPR NA’s business activities in the U.S. and Mexico.
• Track industry publications, mainstream media, and government communications to identify relevant policy and regulatory updates.
• Prepare briefing materials, background research, meeting summaries, and follow ‑ up communications for use by the federal affairs team.
• Draft internal policy updates and summaries for review by senior government affairs leadership, including assessments of proposed and enacted legislative and regulatory actions.
• Support the execution of the company’s federal policy and advocacy strategy, including timelines, stakeholder tracking, and coordination with internal teams, consultants, lobbyists, and trade associations.
• Assist with conference participation, public forums, and government hearings, including preparation and logistics.
• Support the federal affairs team on broader legislative and regulatory initiatives as needed.
• Support the government affairs team in administrative and compliance ‑ related aspects of managing the EDPR NA Political Action Committee (PAC).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Employment type

Fulltime

Work site

Remote, working out of Washington D.C.

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, economics, or a related field required; advanced degree acceptable but not required.
• At least three years of experience in policy analysis, government affairs, political research, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in federal policy and the clean energy sector; prior exposure to renewable energy policy is a plus.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common productivity tools.
• Ability to synthesize complex policy information clearly and concisely.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

Travel:

10-15%

Behavioral Requirements:

• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast ‑ paced environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• High energy, i.e. work quickly and produce quality of work over long periods of time
• Collaborative working style and comfort supporting cross ‑ functional teams.
• Willingness to take direction, learn quickly, and incorporate feedback.
• Comfort working with a wide range of stakeholders, including those with differing viewpoints.
• Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, efficiency, and productivity
• Strong IT skills with a variety of programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to travel as needed.

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English and Spanish proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose .

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

 

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster ( You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (

 

Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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