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Director, Federal Affairs

Redwood Materials
Location not specified
Full Time
Posted December 15, 2025
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Job Description

The role involves leading Redwood Materials' federal policy and advocacy efforts to influence legislation, regulations, and government actions that support the development of a domestic critical materials supply chain and energy storage solutions, working closely with government agencies, Congress, and industry stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute Redwood's federal policy and advocacy strategy across legislative, regulatory, and executive branches.
  • Analyze federal legislation, rulemakings, and policy trends to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Serve as a representative for Redwood before Congress, federal agencies, trade associations, and policy coalitions.
  • Build and maintain relationships with members of Congress, agency officials, the Administration, and key stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure policy alignment and cohesive external messaging.
  • Advise and brief executive leadership on policy, strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

  • Ten years of federal government relations experience required, preferably within the critical minerals or energy sectors.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships across Congress, the Administration, key agencies, and the industry.
  • Deep understanding of U.S. energy, manufacturing, and critical minerals policy.
  • Proven success in shaping or influencing federal policy outcomes and leading high-stakes advocacy campaigns.
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and business information into compelling policy positions.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, adept at briefing executives and conveying complex policy issues clearly and persuasively.
  • Ability to travel as needed.
  • Physical ability to work at a computer for extended periods up to 8 hours per day.
  • Physical ability to occasionally lift office supplies or documents up to 20 lbs.
  • Ability to participate in in-person meetings and travel as needed.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation will be commensurate with experience
On-site work with some flexibility
Occasional travel for meetings, site visits, or events
Full-time position

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