Director, EU and UK Government Affairs, Regulatory, and Sustainability

Location: London/EU/Remote

Company Overview

Come join a team of mission-driven doers as we work to build a more sustainable future! LanzaJet, Inc. is a Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) technology provider and fuels producer committed to decarbonizing the aviation industry. Our patented ethanol-to-SAF technology is poised to deliver a significant impact on global aviation’s ability to decarbonize and meet its net-zero goals by 2050. At LanzaJet, we have a goal of producing 1 billion gallons of SAF and renewable diesel by 2030. And, we’re well on our way – with a dozen projects announced globally, working across 25 countries and five continents. We’re growing the future of sustainable aviation.

Backed by a consortium of investors including British Airways, LanzaTech, Mitsui, Shell, Suncor Energy, and Southwest Airlines, as well as strategic investments from MUFG, Airbus, and Groupe ADP, LanzaJet is accelerating the path to a net-zero future. Our collaboration with renowned supporters such as All Nippon Airways, Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Catalyst Foundation, and Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund solidifies our position as a global pioneer in sustainable fuels.

With over 15 years of research and development, LanzaJet's proprietary technology has been rigorously tested and our SAF has been used on flights by industry giants like Virgin Atlantic and ANA. Named a TIME100 Most Influential Companies in 2024, LanzaJet is quickly rising through the ranks as one of the best companies to work for, leading the way across the industry.

In a ground-breaking achievement, LanzaJet has opened the world’s first ethanol-to-SAF plant in 2024. Located in Soperton, GA, LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels will produce 10 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel per year.

As we expand our global footprint, LanzaJet is catalyzing the next generation of SAF in key markets such as Japan, Australia, India, and Europe. Our team of passionate innovators is dedicated to turning the vision of a sustainable future into a reality today. Because as we say at LanzaJet, Someday is Now.

About the Role

As the Director for the EU and UK, you will be a part of the Government, Regulatory & Sustainability team that works to develop, advocate for, and comply with policies and regulations to support the commercialization of LanzaJet’s alcohol-to-jet technology. This position will lead LanzaJet’s policy and regulatory engagement in the EU and UK and report to LanzaJet’s Vice President of Government Affairs, Policy, and Sustainability.

Responsibilities

Represent LanzaJet before EU, Member State, and UK government regulators and elected officials and coordinate LanzaJet’s public policy advocacy on issues relating to sustainable aviation fuel/low carbon fuels policy, aviation decarbonization.
Act as LanzaJet’s internal subject matter expert on government programs critical to LanzaJet’s business, including ReFuelEU, the Renewable Energy Directive, the European Emissions Trading System, the UK SAF Mandate, and the UK Renewable Fuels Transport Obligation.
Proactively develop policy proposals that are supportive of the commercialization of the alcohol-to-jet industry in Europe and the UK.
Act as LanzaJet’s representative with EU and UK-based trade associations focused on low carbon fuels and aviation decarbonization.
Build and participate in formal and informal stakeholder coalitions on low carbon fuels and aviation policy.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate policy insights and recommendations into business models.
Monitor EU and UK funding mechanisms, including grant programs, and assist LanzaJet Finance and Business organizations in securing grant funding or other financial support.
Assist LanzaJet global policy team in other jurisdictions as needed, including multilateral forums such as the International Civil Aviation Organization, UNFCCC, G20, etc.

Requirements

Knowledge of EU and UK regulatory programs covering low carbon fuels and aviation, including ReFuelEU, the Renewable Energy Directive, the European Emissions Trading System, the UK SAF Mandate, and the UK Renewable Fuels Transport Obligation (or similar programs in another industry).
Experience working with complex regulatory programs and understanding of functioning of key EU and/or UK agencies and regulators.
Excellent oral and written advocacy skills; experience crafting persuasive written comments in response to consultation requests.
Ability to explain complex policy and regulatory problems to business team and other internal stakeholders.
Demonstrated problem-solving experience in policy field; experience with development and assessment of effective climate policy instruments.
Experience developing and managing stakeholder coalitions; ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including NGOs, to develop consensus policy approaches.
Familiarity with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) models and policy tools based on LCA.
Sound judgment, and decision-making skills.
Well organized, detail-oriented, and adept in a fast-paced environment; comfort working independently and out of traditional office environment.
Work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and balance a heavy workload.
Collaborates: Ensures understanding of how own role fits into the bigger picture and works with others to advance individual and team goals; seeks information and other points of view, and quickly responds to needs and promotes ideas with energy, urgency, and personal commitment.

Education & Experience

Undergraduate or advanced degree; minimum 7-10 years relevant experience in climate policy, aviation, biofuels or related field.
Private-sector experience in biofuels, aviation, or similar preferred.

LanzaJet is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters innovation and growth. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce.

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Director, EU and UK Government Affairs, Regulatory, and Sustainability