Trajectory Energy Partners (Trajectory) is seeking a Senior External Affairs Manager to support Trajectory’s development of battery storage projects across its pipeline, with a primary focus on the Illinois market. This will be a full-time position, reporting to the Director of External Affairs and working in close partnership with Trajectory’s Project Development team.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Develop and execute on an external affairs strategy to support Trajectory’s efforts to
develop battery storage projects across its state markets. - Lead Trajectory’s efforts to educate local officials and host communities about battery
storage. - Support Trajectory’s project development work by building and maintaining relationships with elected officials, community leaders, and relevant advocacy groups to advance Trajectory’s origination and permitting priorities.
- Partner with Trajectory’s developers in the origination and permitting of stand-alone and community solar + storage projects.
- Manage a variety of regional and/or community-level consultants to assist with specific
project needs. - Work with the Director of External Affairs on external affairs and policy items relating to battery storage.
- Travel is required.
Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position will be looking to join an impactful, successful, and scrappy team as they rise to meet new market conditions. More specifically, they will have a:
- Minimum of 6-7 years of experience in external affairs, public affairs, government affairs, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple projects and competing priorities
- Proven project management and organizational skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Experience in northern Illinois local government or with local government officials in northern Illinois is preferred
- Knowledge of renewable energy development is helpful
Benefits at Trajectory
Trajectory Energy Partners offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance contributions
- Annual Professional Development Stipend
- Employee Equity Plan
- Access to company 401k plus 401k employer match
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Wellbeing days
Position based in Chicago, IL. or in the surrounding areas. This is a hybrid position with regular travel (25-50%) across Illinois to visit sites and meet local stakeholders and consultants. The salary range for this position is $110,000 – $140,000 commensurate with experience, plus a target annual bonus of 20%.