Strategy & Operations Lead - EV Charging

About Slate

Slate is a new company exploring development in the electric vehicle space.

Who we are looking for:

We seek an enthusiastic and experienced Strategy & Operations Lead - EV Charging to join our dynamic team. As our Charging Lead, you will play a crucial role in shaping our strategic direction and leading the implementation of our charging strategy. The ideal candidate will be able to conduct quantitative and qualitative research, manage partnerships, and lead cross-functional teams to execute our strategy.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to financially sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this opportunity currently

What you get to do:

The Charging Lead will be our single-threaded leader for all things related to our EV charging strategy. Responsibilities will include:

• Market Research: Conduct quantitative and qualitative research on the EV charging landscape. This includes understanding customer sentiments towards EV charging, monitoring the evolving landscape of EV infrastructure incentives, and benchmarking potential partners.
• Strategy Development: Refine our charging strategy as the landscape evolves. This will require staying up to date with industry trends and technological advancements.
• Project Management: Spearhead the workstreams within our charging strategy, collaborating closely with the Marketing, Digital, and Design teams. This will involve, for example, contributing to developing our website and mobile app to alleviate customers' range and charge anxiety.
• Relationship Management: Manage EV charging partnerships, from initial outreach through onboarding and partnership implementation.
• External Influence: Act as the voice of the company and our customers in influencing charging policy in the US. This will involve monitoring policy developments, joining and participating in relevant organizations, and advocating for our customers.
• Leadership Report-outs: Creating and presenting reports for C-suite and Board reviews.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, math, economics, or another analytical field.
• 5-7 years of experience in the EV space, with a preference for direct experience in EV charging.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Experience leading external relationships.
• Proficient in creating data visualizations and reports using Tableau or similar BI solutions is preferred.
• An ability to thrive in an ambiguous, entrepreneurial environment and adept at working from a clean sheet without legacy constraints or pre-defined processes.
• An ability to manage fast-paced projects from inception to deployment, providing structure and milestone monitoring for all stakeholders (who are likely to be from different cultures and in different time zones).

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate:

• Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
• Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at 617.909.6275