Director - Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs for Energy, Climate and Resources (ECR) Sector

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director - Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs for Energy, Climate and Resources (ECR) Sector based in United States.

This senior leadership role will shape public policy and strategic affairs initiatives across the energy, climate, and resources sectors.
You will help leading multinational organizations navigate complex geopolitical, regulatory, market-access, and stakeholder environments across the Indo-Pacific and Africa.
The role combines strategic business development, senior client relationship management, sector leadership, and public policy thought leadership.
You will work with executives, policymakers, industry leaders, and internal experts to translate emerging developments into actionable commercial strategies.
A significant focus will be placed on expanding client relationships, developing new business opportunities, and strengthening sector capabilities across markets.
You will also contribute to thought leadership, talent development, business planning, and continuous improvement of client service.
This is an influential, fast-paced opportunity for an experienced energy, climate, or resources professional who thrives in complex international environments.

Accountabilities

• Lead and execute the global business development agenda for the Energy, Climate & Resources sector, identifying priority issues, industries, companies, and opportunities where strategic policy expertise can create value.
• Partner with country experts and internal teams to develop and pursue regional and market-specific business opportunities, including scopes of work, RFP responses, pitches, and commercial proposals.
• Represent the organization at relevant industry forums, conferences, and events, building relationships with industry stakeholders and generating new business opportunities.
• Strengthen business development processes, systems, and coordination across regional and global teams, using available technology and data to improve efficiency and visibility.
• Manage strategic client relationships at the global level and serve as a key point of contact for regional stakeholders within multinational organizations.
• Develop a sophisticated understanding of clients’ business models, organizational structures, priorities, challenges, and opportunities across relevant markets.
• Coordinate cross-functional client service efforts and ensure teams consistently deliver high-quality, impactful work across countries and regions.
• Lead client retention and growth strategies, including gathering stakeholder feedback, identifying new engagement opportunities, expanding existing relationships, and developing prospective clients.
• Track global sector performance, business development activity, revenue projections, and emerging opportunities, using CRM data and business metrics to inform leadership decisions.
• Advise leadership on resource investments, including personnel, professional development, intelligence capabilities, and other priorities supporting sustainable business growth.
• Contribute to recruitment and development efforts for Energy, Climate & Resources talent and support internal capability-building through workshops, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Build and maintain a strong external network of policymakers, diplomats, journalists, corporate leaders, business associations, think tanks, academics, and other influential stakeholders.
• Develop recognized subject-matter expertise in energy, climate, environmental, and resource policy and use it to strengthen external visibility, client relationships, and business development.
• Produce and promote thought leadership while identifying opportunities for colleagues and teams to demonstrate expertise and market leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public policy, public affairs, international affairs, journalism, or a related discipline; a graduate degree is preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in government, multinational corporations, journalism, consulting, or related environments, preferably with significant exposure to energy, climate, environmental, or resource policy.
• Strong understanding of the geopolitical and regulatory environment across the Indo-Pacific and the ability to translate these dynamics into practical strategies for multinational clients.
• Demonstrated expertise and genuine interest in energy, climate, environmental, resources, or closely related policy areas.
• Experience managing senior client relationships, business development initiatives, consulting engagements, or complex stakeholder programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in fluent English, with proficiency in an Asian language considered a strong advantage.
• Confident public speaker with the ability to present complex issues clearly and engage effectively with corporate executives, policymakers, civil society representatives, media, and other stakeholders.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, including the ability to establish trust and credibility with international counterparts.
• Strong business judgment and the ability to connect policy developments, geopolitical trends, commercial priorities, and stakeholder interests.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple workstreams under demanding deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently with limited supervision while collaborating effectively across international, multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexible and resilient, with the ability to operate effectively in high-pressure and ambiguous environments while adapting to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common internet-based applications, together with the ability and willingness to adopt new technologies.
• Must have the relevant authorization to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact global practice spanning energy, climate, environmental, and resources policy.
• Exposure to senior executives, policymakers, diplomats, industry leaders, and other influential stakeholders across international markets.
• Opportunity to advise multinational organizations on complex geopolitical, regulatory, and commercial challenges.
• High level of autonomy and responsibility in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to business growth, thought leadership, client strategy, and sector development.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and country experts across diverse international markets.
• Professional growth through exposure to complex client engagements, strategic initiatives, and emerging policy issues.
• Opportunity to build a prominent network across the energy, climate, and resources ecosystem.
• Candidates based in the United States and Singapore are encouraged to apply.

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