Regulatory & Public Affairs Manager - Europe (all genders)

Regulatory & Public Affairs Manager - Europe (all genders)

Skyborn Renewables is a pioneer and leading offshore wind developer and operator with more than 20 years’ experience and a track record of approximately 7 GW developed around the globe to date. The competencies of our 400 employees cover the entire offshore wind value chain, including greenfield development, engineering and design, procurement, financing, construction management and asset management.

Do you want to make a difference? To advance the energy transition in an international and growing business field? Skyborn Renewables offers you the opportunity to do so. With us, you can expect a dynamic environment with committed employees as well as the opportunity to break new ground and expand your skills.

What We Are Looking For

The Regulatory & Public Affairs Manager plays a central role in advancing Skyborn Renewables’ interests across Europe, with Germany as the priority market (40%), and additional responsibilities covering France, EU/Brussels and other strategic markets. This position drives public and regulatory affairs strategies that secure a stable and supportive framework for offshore wind development and long‑term investments. The role requires someone who is politically astute, hands‑on, and able to work across multiple markets with agility. You will act as a trusted advisor to the development team (esp country heads and project directors), senior leadership and help shape Skyborn’s voice in major policy debates. When relevant, you will be partially part of project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead public and regulatory affairs strategies to support project development, permitting, and market access across Germany and other European markets.
• Advise leadership and projects on political, policy and regulatory developments that impact business strategy.
• Coordinate internal positioning on key policy topics, lead the creation of position papers and ensure alignment with corporate priorities (“one voice” approach).
• Integrate policy insights into business planning, stakeholder engagement and market development.
• Build and maintain relationships with ministries, regulators, authorities, industry associations and alliances.
• Coordinate Skyborn’s strategic participation in working groups, associations or policy forums and represent the company when relevant.
• Strengthen the company’s visibility and impact at key conferences and sector platforms through thought participation and messaging.
• Lead monitoring and advocacy efforts on priority topics (e.g. market design, offshore wind targets, permitting, grid access).
• Anticipate and manage political and regulatory risks affecting projects and our assessment of markets.
• Shape engagement strategies during political cycles, including elections.
• Support project teams in understanding permitting frameworks and regulations.
• Manage and coordinate work with external PA consultants or agencies where relevant.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science or related field.
• 8‑12 years of similar experience, ideally in the renewable energy sector or in/near the political sphere.
• Strong institutional network in Germany; additional European relationships are a plus.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and legislative frameworks affecting offshore wind and the broader energy transition, especially in Germany, EU and France.
• Proven experience engaging with public authorities, regulatory agencies and institutional stakeholders.
• Hands‑on, autonomous and able to switch between markets and topics quickly.
• Strong project management skills; able to drive initiatives with minimal guidance.
• Ability to translate complex political or regulatory topics into actionable insights.
• Excellent writing, briefing and policy communication skills.
• Strong judgment and ability to build trust with senior policymakers and internal leaders.
• Confident public speaker and facilitator.
• Team player with leadership qualities and high adaptability.
• Fluent in English and German; French is a strong asset.

Benefits

• Permanent employment in an international company that is continuously expanding.
• Mobile office regulation of 40% per week.
• 30 days of vacation, extended with possible unpaid vacation days, afternoon off on your own birthday.
• Open doors and room for your own ideas in a friendly, modern working environment.
• Further education and training opportunities.
• Company bicycle leasing (business bike) and company fitness (EGYM Wellpass).
• Central office location with direct access to public transportation.
• Extraordinary company celebrations, team events and sporting events.
• Other employee benefits: capital‑forming benefits, subsidized company pension plan, bonus for employees who recruit employees.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
• Employment type: Full‑time.
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing.
• Industries: Wind Electric Power Generation.

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