Energy Policy Senior Vice President (Policy Analyst) | Washington Analysis
Washington Analysis’ Policy Analysts provide independent and objective analysis and forecasting to the global investment community. Our team delivers actionable and timely research to our clients regarding the investment implications of legislative, regulatory, political, and legal developments.
The Senior Vice President will research, analyze, and forecast for the institutional investment community energy public policy issues with a focus on oil and gas upstream, midstream, and downstream, as well as biofuels, autos, mining, energy tax, trade, sanctions, and geopolitics. Coverage will include, but is not limited to, key legislative initiatives, regulatory changes by key departments and agencies (e.g., EPA, DOE, DOI, DOT, Treasury, FERC), permitting and litigation, and energy antitrust concerns. The analyst will also respond to client inquiries on these and additional energy-related topics that would impact companies and commodity markets. The analyst will be responsible for producing written research and analysis, hosting topic-specific conference calls and events, and engaging directly with clients.
This is not an entry-level position. Candidates are expected to have at least 8 years of relevant experience. Compensation and title negotiable based on experience. This role offers hybrid/remote flexibility, but strong preference for candidates in the Washington, DC area.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Identify and analyze energy-related public policy themes and developments emanating from lawmakers, regulators, and the courts that present actionable investment opportunities
Provide timely, forward-looking analysis of risks and opportunities affecting specific companies or subsectors within the energy and related commodity spaces
Publish research reports on the various topics that materially affect the analyst’s issue coverage universe
Host occasional events and conference calls with primary-source subject-matter experts on topics affecting energy and its related commodities
Speak and travel to meet with institutional investors one-on-one and in group settings
Conduct and coordinate due diligence research projects on tight deadlines
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills, Knowledge, And Expertise
Bachelor’s degree plus at least 8 years of relevant work experience
Experience analyzing, writing, and presenting on public policy developments
Strong ability to communicate complex information effectively in writing and in person
Prior energy-focus public policy experience, either in institutional investment research, government, or outside stakeholder role (i.e., law firm, lobbying firm, trade association, advocacy group, think tank, advisory firm)
At least one of the following credentials a plus, though not required: advanced degree in public policy, JD, MBA, or CFA (or equivalent)
Knowledge of and interest in the financial markets
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within our team environment
Entrepreneurial spirit and desire to help build and grow WA’s policy research business
Benefits
20 days of Vacation
8 Sick Days
1 paid volunteer day
10-11 Holidays a year
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
Competitive Pay
Annual Performance Bonus
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Financial Services
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