The Residential Energy Policy Analyst role offers the opportunity to influence the future of residential energy markets and support the wider adoption of battery energy storage and virtual power plants. This position plays an important part in shaping policy and regulatory frameworks while working closely with government bodies, industry stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to support the growth of innovative energy solutions.
Responsibilities
Develop government policy and strategies to scale the deployment of battery energy storage and virtual power plants, creating new market opportunities for residential energy products.
Monitor and analyse regulatory and legislative developments in energy markets.
Actively participate in workshops and regulatory proceedings to help shape market designs for residential energy products, including energy storage systems and AC charging solutions.
Identify potential risks arising from regulations and requirements related to cybersecurity, communication protocols, and differences from international standards, and work with government ministries and regulatory authorities to mitigate or eliminate such risks.
Represent the organisation's interests in public forums and engage proactively with policymakers, regulatory commissions, utilities, trade groups, and other external stakeholders to advance energy storage initiatives through regulatory filings and legislation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities and key industry stakeholders.
Collaborate effectively with business development, sales, and engineering teams on policy and regulatory matters while supporting scalable business functions in a fast-paced environment.
Support regulatory and operational compliance efforts and contribute to strengthening the organisation's reputation within the market.
Requirements
5-10+ years of relevant work experience in the electricity or energy industry.
Degree in a field relevant to energy, political science, economics, engineering, utility business models, or equivalent experience.
Advanced degree such as a Master's, Juris Doctor, or other postgraduate qualification preferred.
Deep knowledge of Japanese electricity markets and regulations, including grid operations, interconnection rules, and resource planning.
Strong understanding of energy trading markets, battery storage, and virtual power plant operations, with the ability to communicate complex market rules clearly to engineering teams.
Working knowledge of utility planning processes and the ability to advocate for energy storage policies at government level.
Demonstrated experience delivering policy or regulatory outcomes is preferred.
Familiarity with developing compliance and risk management frameworks and the ability to identify and mitigate regulatory risks impacting the business.
Highly energetic, innovative, and capable of working autonomously in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Japanese.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employees' Pension Insurance
Employment Insurance
Workers' Accident Compensation Insurance
Paid Annual Leave
About the company
A company in the electric mobility and energy technology industry. This multinational organisation develops electric vehicles, battery technologies, energy storage solutions, and related energy products, with a strong focus on advancing sustainable energy adoption and innovative technologies globally.