Policy & Regulatory Lead

JOB PURPOSE

Keep a close track of Open access (Third party and Captive) Policy and Regulatory developments, analyze notification/judgements across states in C&I space and ensure our interest is protected / represented via. Timely inputs to relevant internal / external stakeholders, via various Wind / Solar / CII industry associations. Working closely with Central Policy Advocacy team

ORGANISATION CHART

CBO - > Head - BD & Policy and Regulatory -> Lead - Policy & Regulatory

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Accountabilities

Regulatory & Policy Analysis

• Track and analyse central and state-level renewable energy policies, regulations, and amendments from:
  • Ministry of Power (MoP), Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs)
  • Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL), State Load Dispatch Centres (SLDCs), Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (SECI, NTPC, NHPC, etc. )
  • Green Open Access Rules, ISTS Waiver, RPO/REC Mechanism, Electricity Act Amendments, PLI Scheme, ALMM, BCD, and other key regulations
• Deep understanding of the latest FDRE (Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy), Round-the-Clock (RTC), and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) tenders at both the central (SECI, NTPC) and state level.

Prepare policy briefs, white papers, and regulatory impact assessments for internal decision-making.

Key Performance Indicators

• Regulatory Tracking - Provide timely updates on central and state-level renewable energy policies and amendments.
• Policy Impact Assessment- Develop and present regulatory impact analyses for internal decision-making.

Market Intelligence - Deliver periodic insights on FDRE, RTC, and BESS tenders at central and state levels.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Additional Details

Compliance & Regulatory Approvals

• Ensure compliance with CERC/SERC regulations, grid codes, open access, and forecasting & scheduling frameworks.
• Manage regulatory filings, petitions, and approvals related to: PPAs (FDRE, RTC, BESS, Hybrid, Open Access, Captive, Merchant models) Transmission connectivity, ISTS exemptions, deviation settlement mechanisms (DSM) ; Long-term Access (LTA) and Medium-term Open Access (MTOA) approvals.
• Liaise with discoms, SLDCs, RLDCs, and transmission authorities to ensure smooth project execution and power evacuation compliance

KPI

• Regulatory Compliance- Ensure 100% adherence to CERC/SERC regulations, grid codes, and open access requirements.
• Approval Management- Secure timely regulatory approvals for PPAs, transmission connectivity, and open access processes.
• Stakeholder Coordination- Maintain seamless engagement with DISCOMs, SLDCs, RLDCs, and transmission authorities for project execution.

EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS

1. Stakeholders in Renewable space (Government agencies and private players, Regulatory bodies etc.
2. Central, state and Local government bodies and authorities, Ministries , bureaucrats, officials and Ministries respectively

INTERNAL INTERACTIONS

1. CBO, Functions and Departments W/I Renewables. Project development and execution teams
2. All the internal functions in Renewable/Energy sector, Deep collaboration with policy advocacy and corporate relations of the Energy sector.

FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS

As per AOP

OTHER DIMENSIONS

As per AOP

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• LLB / LLM / B. Tech / M. Tech / MBA (Power Management, Energy Law, Public Policy)
• Experience working with regulatory bodies, power utilities, RE developers, or government agencies

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• 10 15 years in policy, regulatory affairs, and compliance in the renewable energy sector

Industry Preference-

• Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Hybrid, BESS), Power Utilities, Energy Consulting, Regulatory Bodies, Government Affairs

Technical & Functional Skills

• In-depth knowledge of renewable energy regulations (solar, wind, hydro, green hydrogen, storage, hybrid projects)
• Expertise in electricity markets, power trading, RPO/REC, ISTS charges, DSM, and OA rules
• Strong understanding of FDRE, RTC, and BESS tender guidelines, financial structuring, and regulatory challenges
• Experience in handling regulatory petitions, appeals, and hearings at CERC/SERCs
  Proficiency in legal & regulatory documentation, policy analysis, and government relations
• Existing strong connects with policymakers, regulators, and key decision-makers in MNRE, CERC, SERCs, SECI, NTPC, and state governments

Soft Skills

• Strong stakeholder management & relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication & representation abilities (public speaking, policy writing)
• Strategic thinking & problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-evolving regulatory landscape

COMPETENCIES