Aes

Sr. Manager, Local Government Affairs

US, Indianapolis, IN · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 17 hours ago

ResearchLeadershipCommunicationTime ManagementPublic SpeakingRenewable Energy

About the role

Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.
AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.
AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and other materials to effectively communicate our company's positions and priorities to government officials and other stakeholders.
Relationship Cultivation: Build and maintain trusted networks with Indiana mayors, city council members, township trustees, county executives, planning and zoning representatives, economic development representatives, and community/business influencers.
Incident Command Support: Provide support during major planned or unplanned outages, as well as storm restoration events-serving as a liaison to local emergency management agencies, elected officials, and agency leaders.
Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders. Collaborate with internal teams to analyze the impact of proposed regulations and develop appropriate responses and action plans.
Partnerships: Serve on various committees to represent the company's position with coalition partners (i.e. Indiana Energy Association, chamber of commerce, etc.).
Build and maintain trusted networks with Indiana mayors, city council members, township trustees, county executives, planning and zoning representatives, economic development representatives, and community/business influencers.
Provide support during major planned or unplanned outages, as well as storm restoration events-serving as a liaison to local emergency management agencies, elected officials, and agency leaders.

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Business, Communications, or an energy-focused degree.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in government affairs/lobbying, public affairs, state or city public service, or utility operations.
Proven track record of successfully advocating for an organization's interests within a government setting.
In-depth knowledge of Indiana municipal and county government structures, budget timelines and needs, and regional political climates.
Superior verbal and written skills, with a proven track record of handling high-stakes public engagement scenarios.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to travel throughout the Central Indiana service territory and other counties on an as-need basis.
Must be available for evening city council/community meetings, on-call for emergency storm response, political and company events as-needed.
Must be willing to register as a state and local lobbyist in good standing.

Use strong analytical and research skills to assess the impact of proposed regulations and legislation to the utility.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Business, Communications, or an energy-focused degree.

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it?
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate.
Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition.
AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.
If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.
We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.
Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.
Manager, Local Government Affairs, plays a critical leadership role in advancing the interests of AES Indiana and its customers within the utility's Central Indiana service territory and communities in which AES Indiana has customers, generation assets, proposed assets, and transmission infrastructure.
This role acts is a highly specialized expert in local government affairs, responsible
for influencing and shaping policies, regulations, and ordinances that impact AES Indiana's business to ensure the company can meet its obligation to serve all customers.
Serve on various committees to represent the company's position with coalition partners (i.e. Indiana Energy Association, chamber of commerce, etc.).

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion.

E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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