: Regulatory & Liaisoning Affairs Officer

About Company:

Enerparc AG is a global expert in developing, engineering, building, and operating ground mount as well as roof mount photovoltaic (PV) systems. As an EPC contractor, our company has connected over 3400 MW of solar systems to electricity grids. With local presence in all active solar markets like Europe, Middle East & Asia, we are also one of the largest Independent Power Producers (IPP) in solar energy with more than 500 discreet solar projects in our own portfolio, and an installed capacity of over 2200 MW and growing.

Specialties

  Solar Development, Engineering, Procurement & Construction ("EPC"), Operation & Maintenance ("O&M"), Independent Power Producer ("IPP")

 

Headquarters: Hamburg, Germany

India Office: Bangalore

 

General Information 

Job Title: Regulatory & Liaisoning Affairs Officer - (Renewable Energy)

Job Location: Bangalore

Reports to: Senior General Manager – Project Development

Job Type: Permanent

 

Job Purpose:

The Regulatory Affairs Officer will be responsible for managing and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and tariff orders governing solar, wind, and hybrid renewable energy projects in India, with a primary focus on Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Gujarat. The role involves proactive monitoring of regulatory developments, securing all required licenses and permits on time, and serving as a key liaison with government and regulatory authorities.

 

Description of the roles and responsibilities

1.        Regulatory Monitoring & Analysis

•        Continuously track and analyse new and evolving policies, regulations, tariff orders, grid codes, and standards issued by central authorities (e.g., MoP, MNRE, CEA, CERC) and state bodies (e.g., SERCs, SPCBs, DISCOMs).

•        Assess the impact of regulatory changes on existing projects and the development pipeline.

•        Prepare concise briefs and reports on regulatory developments for management and internal stakeholders.

2.        Permits, Licenses & Approvals (Project Lifecycle)

•        Manage the complete process of obtaining statutory approvals, licenses, and permits for solar, wind, and hybrid projects, including but not limited to:

o   Land conversion/acquisition clearances. o       Environmental & forest clearances (where applicable). o          Grid connectivity approvals from CTU/STU and DISCOMs. o        CEA and Electrical Inspectorate clearances.

o   Licenses mandated under central and state acts for power generation.

•        Ensure accurate, timely, and comprehensive submission of applications and supporting documentation.

•        Track progress and proactively coordinate with authorities to expedite approvals.

3.        Compliance & Risk Management

•        Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, environmental norms, safety standards, and industry codes for operational plants.

•        Identify regulatory risks for ongoing and upcoming projects, and recommend mitigation strategies.

•        Maintain  a central repository of all regulatory approvals, documentation,   and correspondence.

4.        Liaison & Advocacy

•        Build and maintain effective relationships with officials from regulatory authorities, government departments (e.g., All State Regulatory commissions, CEI, MNRE, MoP, CTU, STU, DISCOMs, SPCBs, Land Departments), and industry associations.

•        Represent the company in regulatory hearings, stakeholder consultations, and meetings as required.

•        Support the legal team in drafting responses to regulatory queries, petitions, and policy consultations.

5.        Internal Guidance & Support

•        Provide expert regulatory advice to internal teams including Project Development, Engineering, Project Management, Legal, and Finance.

•        Conduct training sessions for internal stakeholders on regulatory updates and compliance requirements.

Qualification

•       B.Tech -Electrical, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Energy Law/Policy, or an MBA, is a distinct advantage.

•       Experience - Min 4-7 years of direct experience in regulatory affairs, policy analysis, or compliance management within the power sector, specifically with a focus on renewable energy (solar, wind, or hybrid projects), Fair Technical Knowledge on Power evacuation from solar / Wind

•       In-depth knowledge of India's electricity laws, regulatory frameworks (Electricity Act, 2003), energy policies, and environmental regulations in both central and state (Karnataka is mandatory) levels.

•       Familiarity with tariff determination processes and grid codes (IEGC, state-specific grid codes).

•       Strong communication (written and verbal), negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective liaison with authorities and internal stakeholders.

•       Must have strong organizational and time management skills

•       Must be self-motivated with the ability to tackle multiple projects

What to expect

•       You may be based in an office or on-site. Site visits and field work are conducted outside and, in all weather. 

•       Travel may form a part of the role and company will provide travel and accommodation for such business trips

•       In some situations, it may be a very isolated job where you're the only person working. In other cases, there may be strong team support.

•       Excellent professional and personal growth

•       Mentorship

•       Work in a team environment

•       Interact with other disciplinarian

•       Possibility of getting a direct job offer

 

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