Markets Analyst

Job Description

The Markets Analyst will be a core contributor to our expansion into new markets, combining deep energy expertise with sharp business judgment and executional ability. This role is responsible for developing a comprehensive understanding of state-level legislative and regulatory landscapes, tracking developments that could shape market entry and growth strategies, and driving core analytics to support market entry. The Markets Analyst will not only master the policy side but also translate insights into actionable business strategy by supporting external calls, preparing client-facing materials, and serving as a subject-matter expert in market discussions. Success in this position requires a proactive, flexible mindset and the ability to discern what matters most for the business, from economic analyses to broader energy trends, ensuring our company stays both competitive and forward-looking. This role will also support in managing the overall program of market expansion by managing client outreach and relationships, tracking initiative progress against defined KPIs, and coordinating communication to executive team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the in-house expert for certain of the markets Solar Landscape is investigating for potential entry.
• Analyze, understand, and clearly communicate market-specific economics and requirements to inform business decisions.
• Contribute to new market development efforts through research, analysis, and preparation of presentation materials that clearly communicate opportunities and risks.
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret laws and regulations affecting the solar industry and our company at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry associations, external stakeholders, and trade groups, representing company perspectives.
• Conduct economic and policy analyses to inform company strategy and decision-making.
• Draft and file comments and testimony as needed in regulatory dockets and legislative hearings to advance company priorities.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on navigating policy challenges, assessing risks, and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.
• Partner with business development and finance teams to integrate policy and market insights into comprehensive state-level strategies.
• Support external client and stakeholder engagements by preparing meeting materials, participating in calls as a subject-matter expert, and documenting key takeaways.
• Collaborate with finance and business development teams to put together a holistic analysis on state markets and solar programs.
• Support program management of New Markets initiative by building executive presentations summarizing progress, tracking client outreach and relationships in CRM, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Organizational Skills : Strong ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively, meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear and actionable insights.
• Attention to Detail : Attention to detail across multiple projects and the ability to pull fine detail out of complex policy documents.
• Problem-Solving Skills : Proactive and resourceful in identifying challenges, evaluating opportunities, and implementing practical solutions.
• Teamwork : Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across internal teams and with external stakeholders.
• Knowledge : Familiarity with U.S. energy markets, including solar specifically; strong understanding of U.S. legislative and regulatory filings, energy rates, and market data.
• Analytical Skills : Ability to evaluate and summarize data and written reports with attention to detail.
• Leadership ability : Capacity to serve as the in-house expert on assigned markets, taking ownership of insights.
• Technical Skills : Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Economics, Renewable Energy, Political Science, Business, or related field.
• Experience: Internship, coursework, or work experience in renewable energy, policy, or solar development. 1-2 years work experience in energy, policy, or consulting; nice-to-have but not required.
• Familiarity with the solar industry, energy market dynamics, utility interconnection, and common regulatory considerations in renewable energy.
• Experience with complex analysis, advocacy, policy work, or business strategy.
• Technical Skills: Experience with CRM software (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Salesforce, etc.)

Salary: $52,000 - $70,000 a year. Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

Benefits and Perks

Solar Landscape's company culture is second to none.

Our employees combine our mission, grit and drive with a rebel's attitude that is changing the industry:

Located in the heart of historic Asbury Park, our state-of-the-art office space offers flexible workstations encouraging collaboration and movement.

Employees come together to eat every day! Like in a home, our gourmet kitchen is the heart of the office. Solar Landscape has a full-time in-house chef cooking daily farm-to-table meals using locally sourced organic food.

Also included for employees is our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, & vision insurance, flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; We provide healthy snacks, coffee, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!