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Policy Lead

Founded in 2019, Brimstone is an innovative industrial startup with a proprietary, efficient, and deeply decarbonized process for producing Ordinary Portland Cement. We’re now growing our all-star team of sharp, mission-driven, collaborative professionals as we continue to refine our process and move towards construction of our first production facilities.

The Role:

As Policy Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and carrying out Brimstone’s policy, public affairs, and community engagement strategy. You will report to the Vice President for Policy and Public Affairs, and interact closely with the Head of Communications and across the various technical, operational, and business teams.

Responsibilities:

Policy Development and Strategy: Help craft and execute on an advocacy strategy to achieve Brimstone’s goals as an innovative, strategically important part of the U.S. manufacturing base and leader in industrial decarbonization.
Government Relations: Cultivate strong relationships with federal, state, and local government officials and agencies to advance Brimstone’s policy, legislative, and regulatory objectives.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with industry associations, non-governmental organizations, standards-setting bodies, and key national and international players across the manufacturing, industrial materials, and sustainability sectors, to build and expand coalitions, advocate for key policies, and contribute to the development of industry standards and approaches.
Policy Research and Writing: Track, conduct research and write persuasively on key policies, regulations, and legislative initiatives, with a focus on manufacturing, supply chain resiliency, reshoring jobs, climate and clean energy, and industrial innovation.
Community Engagement: Assist in the development and administration of a strategy to engage the local communities where Brimstone operates, foster positive relationships with local leaders and groups, and devise ways of delivering material community benefits.

Qualifications:

A minimum of four years of experience in government in the United States at the federal, state, or local level or in a government-facing role (e.g. at an NGO or lobbying firm).
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex political, regulatory, and policy issues.
Familiarity with the U.S. policy landscape for the industrial and manufacturing sectors (e.g., supply chain resiliency, reshoring jobs, industrial decarbonization, energy policy, etc.).
Track record of building and maintaining relationships and alliances with diverse government, business, and community stakeholders.
Capacity and willingness to engage at the local level with community groups and leaders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Great political instincts and creative problem-solving.
Ability to travel as needed.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Brimstone is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We seek to build a unique team of individuals and create an environment where all backgrounds and experiences are respected and appreciated. We credit our success to the values that we uphold, and to the different perspectives each team member brings every day. We would never intentionally discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law.

We strive to provide an inclusive candidate experience. If there are any reasonable accommodations that you may need during the interview process, please let us know.

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What You Should Know About Policy Lead, Brimstone

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of sustainability and industrial innovation? Join Brimstone as a Policy Lead! Founded in 2019, Brimstone is at the forefront of revolutionizing the production of Ordinary Portland Cement through our unique and decarbonized process. As the Policy Lead, you’ll work closely with our Vice President for Policy and Public Affairs, and collaborate with various teams to develop and implement policies that further our mission. You'll take charge of crafting and executing our advocacy strategy, ensuring that Brimstone plays a key role in the U.S. manufacturing sector while leading the charge in industrial decarbonization. Your relationships with government officials at all levels will be essential in advancing our legislative and regulatory goals. This involves engaging with industry associations and non-profits, as well as conducting research on significant policies affecting manufacturing and sustainability. Your knack for building coalitions will help us advocate for essential standards within our industry. We’re looking for someone who not only has experience within government or government-facing roles but is also skilled at community engagement, as fostering local relationships is key to our success. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, will enable you to effectively convey our mission and goals. If you have a passion for changing the industrial landscape and possess the political instincts necessary for navigating this complex field, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity at Brimstone with us.

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What does a Policy Lead do at Brimstone?

At Brimstone, the Policy Lead is responsible for shaping policy and public affairs strategies focused on sustainability and industrial decarbonization. This role involves developing advocacy strategies, engaging with government officials, and collaborating with industry stakeholders to promote Brimstone's regulatory objectives.