Public Affairs Manager (Maternity Leave Cover) (m/w/d)

Skyborn Renewables is a pioneer and leading offshore wind developer and operator with more than 20 years' experience and a track record of approx. 7 GW developed around the globe to date. The competencies of our 400 employees cover the entire offshore wind value chain, including greenfield development, engineering and design, procurement, financing, construction management and asset management.

Do you want to make a difference? To advance the energy transition in an international and growing business field? Skyborn Renewables offers you the opportunity to do so.

With us, you can expect a dynamic environment with committed employees as well as the opportunity to break new ground and expand your skills.

Become a part of our friendly team at our location in Hamburg as a Public Affairs Manager (Maternity Leave Cover - 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract) (all genders).

Your future tasks

Under the management of the Head of Corporate Affairs and in close partnership with the Public Affairs Manager Central Europe, you will help shape and implement Skyborn's public affairs activities across Europe. You will monitor political and regulatory developments, build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, represent the company in relevant forums and provide strategic policy advice to internal stakeholders. Your focus will primarily be EU-Brussels and the Nordics (to be further discussed) and your responsibilities will include:

• Policy Monitoring & Intelligence: Monitor political, regulatory and legislative developments at EU and national level relevant to offshore wind and the broader energy transition.
• Support the development and execution of public affairs strategies: Develop and implement public affairs strategies aligned with Skyborn's business objectives.
• Support the preparation of position papers: Lead the preparation of position papers, consultation responses and executive briefings.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen visibility: Drive Skyborn's external positioning and advocacy across key European markets.
• Work closely with the Communications team: Partner with the Communications team to align policy advocacy with external communications and thought leadership.

Your profile

• University degree in Political Science, European Studies, Public Policy, Law, Economics, International Relations or another relevant discipline.
• At least 4 years professional experience in public affairs, government relations, public policy, political advisory, an industry association or a comparable role.
• Strong understanding of EU institutions, European policymaking and energy policy, ideally with experience in the renewable energy sector.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with policymakers, public authorities and industry stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex political and regulatory developments into practical business insights.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to represent the company externally.
• Self-motivated, well-organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic international environment.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working across functions and cultures.

Our benefits

• Permanent employment in an international company that is continuously expanding
• Mobile office regulation of 40% per week
• 30 days of vacation, extended with possible unpaid vacation days, afternoon off on your own birthday
• Open doors and room for your own ideas in a friendly, modern working environment
• Further education and training opportunities
• Company bicycle leasing (business bike) and company fitness (EGYM Wellpass)
• Central office location with direct access to public transportation
• Extraordinary company celebrations, team events and sporting events
• Other employee benefits: capital-forming benefits, subsidized company pension plan, bonus for employees who recruit employees

We look forward to receiving your application!

Your contact person

Cagla Toksoy

Human Resources

Ericusspitze 2-4

20457 Hamburg