Community Solar Senior Associate

Overview EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. Role Overview EDPR NA DG (EDPR) is seeking a Senior Associate to support its community solar initiatives with a focused mandate on community solar subscription management and program compliance across the distributed generation portfolio in North America. This role will concentrate on managing third-party community solar subscription providers, ensuring program compliance and incentive optimization, and working cross-functionally with Business Development, Policy, and Asset Management teams to interpret evolving regulatory frameworks and identify both risks and opportunities within community solar and Front-of-the-Meter (FTM) markets. The position offers an opportunity to apply financial, regulatory, and operational expertise to support value creation for EDPR, with an emphasis on portfolio performance, compliance execution, and program strategy. This position will be on a hybrid remote work schedule, working three days in the New York office and two days from home. Main responsibilities Responsible for community solar subscription strategy and execution to support portfolio performance, including subscriber acquisition, retention, and reporting; Point of contact for third-party community solar subscription providers, including onboarding, performance monitoring, and ongoing relationship management across operating and development-stage assets; Ensure compliance with community solar program requirements and incentive structures across multiple jurisdictions, including preparation and management of required documentation; Track and manage state and utility-level incentive programs, ensuring accurate reporting, audit readiness, and alignment with program rules and timelines; Partner closely with Policy and Business Development teams to interpret regulatory and program changes and assess impacts to existing assets and pipeline projects; Maintain and update internal systems and databases related to subscriptions, incentives, and compliance tracking; Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on program execution and reporting requirements; Assist in due diligence and evaluation of community solar program structures for new markets or projects; Contribute to process improvements and standardization across workflows; Other duties as assigned. Employment type Full time and hybrid. Work site Working out of one of our regional offices (3 days in the office and 2 days remote) What are we looking for Experience with community solar subscription management or compliance; Familiarity with community solar policies and regulatory frameworks; Strong Excel skills; Minimum Requirements 3-5 years of experience with energy markets (general familiarity with the electricity industry and with the basics of power generation projects is helpful); Optional: 2+ years of project development experience Undergraduate degree; while there is no formal major/degree requirement, a quantitative or economics/financial background (either with a declared major or concentration) is strongly preferred Travel up to 25% Behavioral Requirements Strong organizational and project management skills; Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities; Excellent interpersonal, communication (both written and verbal); Impeccable attention to detail and well organized; Ability to develop and enhance stakeholder relationships. Physical demands & working conditions Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment Walking: Ability to walk .5 to 2 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on project sites. Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal, diagram, or scheduled form Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose. Equal opportunities Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster ( You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement ( Salary and benefits Salary hiring range: 97,440-121,800 Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry and are one part of many compensation, benefits, and other reward opportunities we provide. Individual pay rate decisions are based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect most of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall healthily throughout the range based on these factors. The range above is for the expectations as laid out in the job description. However, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted. If that ends up being the case, the updated salary range will be communicated to you as a candidate. 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