Legislative Affairs Director

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Talen Energy is seeking a Director, State Government Affairs to lead legislative and policy engagement across Ohio and Indiana.

About the role

This role will be responsible for advancing company priorities through strategic advocacy, relationship development, and coordination with internal leadership and external partners. This position plays a critical role in building Talen’s presence in Ohio and strengthening relationships with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

What You’ll Power the Future

At Talen Energy, your work directly supports safe, reliable power generation. In this role, you’ll move beyond day-to-day contributions to drive meaningful change by:

• Lead state legislative strategy and engagement across Ohio and Indiana
• Maintain and develop relationships with state legislators, executive branch officials, and key stakeholders
• Coordinate advocacy strategies aligned with business priorities, including both proactive and defensive initiatives
• Manage and serve as primary liaison to contract lobbying firms
• Support federal engagement efforts in coordination with internal leadership
• Provide strategic guidance on political engagement activities and contribution planning
• Represent the company at legislative events, hearings, and industry forums
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, legal, communications, and leadership teams
• Provide coverage support across other regions as business needs require

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, lobbying, or legislative roles
• Strong knowledge of state legislative processes, particularly Ohio preferred
• Existing relationships within Ohio government strongly preferred
• Experience in energy, utilities, infrastructure, or regulated industries preferred
• Demonstrated ability to influence policy outcomes and manage external stakeholders
• Strong communication, strategic thinking, and relationship management skills
• Willingness to travel up to 60% as needed

Why Talen Energy?

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

Benefits

Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, and disability insurance. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energy’s 401(k) plan. Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees. We are committed to providing a safe, drug and alcohol-free workplace. Consistent with applicable law and any collective bargaining agreements, positions may be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.