StatkraftHiring for Head of Licence & Permit and Government Affairs at New Delhi, Delhi Full Time

As part of the Norwegian state owned Statkraft Group, Statkraft has been in India since 2004

and was the first foreign investor in Indian hydropower sector. The objective is to become a

significant renewable energy independent power producer in India over the next few years.

If you’re experienced and have sound knowledge of Laws dealing with government and commercial contract administration, Land Acquisition/access rights. Realise the potential of renewable energy. Make a positive impact on our planet.

Why Statkraft?

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That’s what we offer. 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we don’t see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

But there’s more work to be done – that’s why we need you to join us.

As a Head of Licence & Permit and Government affairs, you’ll report to Director-Market Operations & Regulatory Affairs and following tasks would be a part of your job profile:

Government Affairs:
Identify and create networking to the responsible state and central government counterparts (that includes facilitation of processes and influence on decisions)

Ensure influence in the definition of new regulations through the representation of the Company’s interests with government agencies

To assure the Company a leading role in the formation of opinion within the RES/energy sector, through participation in associations

Licence and Permit:
Apply and ensure all licenses and permits required for projects during construction and operation

Supervise and lead the process of land acquisition, access rights to the land, ensure land access granted in due time

Lead negotiations with local authorities and third parties related to land access processes

Prepare documentation and agreements related to the process

Regulatory Area:
Monitor and participate actively in the regulatory, political and legal forums in the Indian RES/energy sector

Identify regulatory and market threats / opportunities, developing solutions that maintain / add value to the Company’s assets.

Ensure the development of studies related to the energy market and planning of the sector, in order to identify risks / opportunities for the Company and potential impacts

To assure the Company (local and international) support regarding the analysis and understanding of the economic / political scenarios, energy regulation, energy studies, planning and the Indian electricity market.

Ensure regulatory support for:
Business Development and providing regulatory guidelines for participating in auctions or selling on the open market.

Asset Management, providing regulatory guidelines for maintaining / adding value to existing assets.

Markets by providing regulatory guidance related to Energy Management, Trading & Origination – including ideas for developing new products

About you:
We look for experienced personnel with the essential skills that includes:

A bachelor’s Degree, or higher in relevant subject (finance, law, etc)

At least 15 years of relevant experience

Strong leadership and managerial skills

Excellent relationship management and communication skills necessary for interaction with governmental entities

Knowledge of, and experience with, laws dealing with government and/or commercial contract administration

Ability to provide independent advice (orally and in writing) to senior level management on highly technical matters

Good planning and organization skills, as well as a strategic perspective

What we offer

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy. From hydrogen development to algorithmic trading and everything in between. We have 125 years of unrivalled expertise in creating the technologies that put ecosystems, communities and our environment first. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth

A positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility and innovation

A diverse workplace with regard to gender, age and cultural background

Competitive terms of employment and excellent benefit schemes

Expected start date: As soon as possible

Location: Saket, New Delhi

Contacts: Rishi Bhagirath

Last date to submit applications: 20.03.2022