Regulatory Affairs Manager

Company Description

WattMatch is transforming renewable energy procurement by connecting Commercial & Industrial (C&I) consumers with the right renewable energy solutions. Through market intelligence, regulatory expertise, and strategic partnerships, WattMatch enables businesses to transition to clean energy efficiently while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks.

Role Description

The Manager – Regulatory Affairs is a full-time, on-site role based in New Delhi. The individual will be responsible for managing regulatory approvals and ensuring compliance for renewable energy projects serving C&I consumers across India. The role involves coordinating with DISCOMs, SLDCs, STUs, and other regulatory authorities, facilitating grid connectivity and power evacuation approvals, monitoring state-wise renewable energy policies, and supporting project execution through effective regulatory planning. The candidate will play a key role in enabling seamless renewable energy procurement by ensuring adherence to applicable regulations and approval processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.

• 5–10 years of experience in the power or renewable energy sector, with a strong focus on regulatory affairs.

• Experience in obtaining state-level approvals for renewable energy projects, including grid connectivity and power evacuation for C&I consumers.

• Strong understanding of renewable energy regulations, Open Access frameworks, and state-specific policies across India.

• Knowledge of state grid infrastructure, connectivity availability across different voltage levels, and utility coordination processes.

• Experience working with regulatory bodies, including DISCOMs, SLDCs, STUs, and other government agencies.

• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join WattMatch?

• Be part of a fast-growing clean energy company shaping the future of renewable energy procurement in India.

• Work on high-impact projects at the intersection of renewable energy, regulatory affairs, and C&I power procurement.

• Collaborate with industry experts, utilities, developers, and regulatory authorities to drive the clean energy transition.

• Take ownership of challenging assignments with significant opportunities for learning, professional growth, and career advancement.

• Contribute to building an innovative renewable energy marketplace that accelerates India’s sustainability goals.