Electra
Senior Director Of Environmental Markets And Policy
Electra, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Senior Director Of Environmental Markets And Policy
We're transforming one of the world’s oldest industries with cutting‑edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top‑tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that’s redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you.
What you will do Electra is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to shape how our clean iron technology connects to emerging environmental markets, standards, and policy frameworks. This role sits at the intersection of market development, policy, and commercial strategy — representing Electra externally while driving internal alignment on compliance, certification, and emissions accounting.
The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience developing and scaling markets for environmental commodities such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) credits, renewable energy certificates (RECs), or other low‑carbon product attributes. They will bring both market fluency and strategic vision to position Electra as a leader in the emerging market of low‑carbon materials.
Responsibilities include
External Engagement & Representation:
Manage relationships with emissions‑standard bodies and organizations such as the Sustainable Steel Buyers Platform, First Movers Coalition, SteelZero, Responsible Steel and Clean Energy Buyers Alliance. Represent Electra in meetings, working groups, and public forums
Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs):
Lead the company’s EAC strategy, including contract structures, compliance oversight, and alignment with buyer and regulatory frameworks
Policy & Regulatory Leadership:
Direct Electra’s work on the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), engaging with partners, customers, and regulators to ensure compliance and shape future market design. Collaborate with third parties to define and validate methodologies for transacting EACs, and support commercial teams in structuring deals that reflect the value of our clean iron
Strategic Influence:
Serve as the company’s external voice in policy and standards discussions related to decarbonization, carbon accounting, and environmental markets
Internal Alignment:
Partner cross‑functionally with commercial, legal, technical, and operations teams to ensure that external market frameworks are integrated into internal systems, data, and reporting processes
What we need you to bring to the team
Provides strategic vision, leadership, and direction across multiple functions to drive long‑term company success and competitive positioning
Establishes and implements company‑wide policies and practices, partnering with executive leadership to align organizational goals and functional execution
Shapes and executes strategy for environmental markets, sustainability, and carbon management, with a focus on scaling environmental credit mechanisms (e.g., SAF credits, renewable fuels, industrial EACs)
Engages with policymakers, regulatory bodies, and industry alliances to influence market frameworks and advance company and sector objectives
Applies deep knowledge of lifecycle emissions accounting, carbon border adjustment mechanisms, and market‑based decarbonization tools to inform strategic decisions
Translates evolving regulatory and market conditions into actionable business and compliance strategies that support growth and resilience
Serves as a key external representative for the company, leveraging communication and negotiation skills to build credibility and influence high‑level stakeholders
Compensation
The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $200,000–$250,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.
Benefits For You
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and basic life insurance plans
Reasonable use PTO
$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future
401(k) with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
Eligibility for incentive stock options
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at careers@electra.earth. We’re here to help.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Primary Metal Manufacturing
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What you will do Electra is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to shape how our clean iron technology connects to emerging environmental markets, standards, and policy frameworks. This role sits at the intersection of market development, policy, and commercial strategy — representing Electra externally while driving internal alignment on compliance, certification, and emissions accounting.
The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience developing and scaling markets for environmental commodities such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) credits, renewable energy certificates (RECs), or other low‑carbon product attributes. They will bring both market fluency and strategic vision to position Electra as a leader in the emerging market of low‑carbon materials.
Responsibilities include
External Engagement & Representation:
Manage relationships with emissions‑standard bodies and organizations such as the Sustainable Steel Buyers Platform, First Movers Coalition, SteelZero, Responsible Steel and Clean Energy Buyers Alliance. Represent Electra in meetings, working groups, and public forums
Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs):
Lead the company’s EAC strategy, including contract structures, compliance oversight, and alignment with buyer and regulatory frameworks
Policy & Regulatory Leadership:
Direct Electra’s work on the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), engaging with partners, customers, and regulators to ensure compliance and shape future market design. Collaborate with third parties to define and validate methodologies for transacting EACs, and support commercial teams in structuring deals that reflect the value of our clean iron
Strategic Influence:
Serve as the company’s external voice in policy and standards discussions related to decarbonization, carbon accounting, and environmental markets
Internal Alignment:
Partner cross‑functionally with commercial, legal, technical, and operations teams to ensure that external market frameworks are integrated into internal systems, data, and reporting processes
What we need you to bring to the team
Provides strategic vision, leadership, and direction across multiple functions to drive long‑term company success and competitive positioning
Establishes and implements company‑wide policies and practices, partnering with executive leadership to align organizational goals and functional execution
Shapes and executes strategy for environmental markets, sustainability, and carbon management, with a focus on scaling environmental credit mechanisms (e.g., SAF credits, renewable fuels, industrial EACs)
Engages with policymakers, regulatory bodies, and industry alliances to influence market frameworks and advance company and sector objectives
Applies deep knowledge of lifecycle emissions accounting, carbon border adjustment mechanisms, and market‑based decarbonization tools to inform strategic decisions
Translates evolving regulatory and market conditions into actionable business and compliance strategies that support growth and resilience
Serves as a key external representative for the company, leveraging communication and negotiation skills to build credibility and influence high‑level stakeholders
Compensation
The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $200,000–$250,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.
Benefits For You
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and basic life insurance plans
Reasonable use PTO
$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future
401(k) with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
Eligibility for incentive stock options
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at careers@electra.earth. We’re here to help.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Primary Metal Manufacturing
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