About TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies is a major energy company, which produces and markets fuels, natural gas and low-carbon electricity. Over 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is safer, more affordable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 120 countries, TotalEnergies ambition is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 or sooner. The US Government is engineering a major transformation of the US economy with ambitious goals to cut GHG emissions in half by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

What We Provide

TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.

TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

International Consideration

TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

The Government Affairs Specialist is responsible for providing data collection, research, analytical, and writing support to the Washington Office and TotalEnergies’ businesses in the US. The Government Affairs Specialist will also represent TotalEnergies at some external events.  In this role you will: 

• Support the activities of the TotalEnergies Washington DC office and the Government and Public Affairs team by:
  1. Conducting research into assigned topics and assigned areas of responsibility
  2. Providing analytical reports /memos on US positions/debates on areas of responsibility 
  3. Working on any ad hoc issues as may be assigned 
• Assist TotalEnergies HQ by working on specific tasks or missions 
• Develop a presence primarily amongst some Washington DC’s industry associations and think tanks in liaison with specific areas under responsibility
• Understand the direction of US energy policy, climate policy and foreign policy in specific areas/geographies defined by management which impact TotalEnergies’ business interest 
• Provide accurate research, reporting and critical thinking on assigned topics
• Have presence in Washington’s policy ecosystem

TotalEnergies is seeking a Government Affairs Specialist, to join its team in Washington, DC. 

Education/Experience:

• Relevant degree in Government and Public Affairs, Economics or Business
• Relevant advanced degrees in specialist Government and Public affairs / Economics an advantage
• 5-8 years of associate level (or higher) experience in advocacy or public policy. Experience working with an energy company is preferred
• Prior work on Capitol Hill is highly desired to understand the culture and environment. 

Skills:

• Excellent oral, written, analytical, critical thinking, and delivery skills
• Strong project management skills. Ability to multi-task, schedule driven
• Positive, proactive, self-motivated, autonomous, creative spirit
• Foreign language skills are desirable
• Adaptability to and respect for cultural differences
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills – this is a small team, so proven ability to collaborate and work effectively is critical