Manager, Energy Markets & Compliance
About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-capitalized and rapidly growing renewable energy company focused on the development, acquisition, construction, and operation of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects across the United States. With a multi-gigawatt portfolio and backing from a leading global infrastructure investor, the organization is focused on delivering reliable, domestic energy solutions in high-growth power markets.
The team is seeking a Manager, Energy Markets & Compliance to lead regulatory compliance efforts across a portfolio of operating renewable energy assets. This individual will oversee compliance programs, regulatory reporting, onboarding of new projects, and ongoing adherence to federal, regional, and market-specific requirements.
Position Summary
The Manager, Energy Markets & Compliance will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of compliance programs related to energy market operations and power generation assets. This role will serve as a key liaison with regulatory agencies and industry stakeholders while ensuring projects remain compliant throughout their lifecycle.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience with NERC compliance, regulatory reporting, audit management, and cross-functional collaboration within the power and renewable energy sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's regulatory compliance framework, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, permits, licenses, and internal policies.
- Manage compliance obligations across federal, regional, and local regulatory bodies, including FERC, NERC, EIA, RTOs, ISOs, and transmission providers.
- Oversee third-party compliance consultants and support ongoing NERC compliance program management.
- Monitor and analyze regulatory developments that could impact company operations, projects, and market participation.
- Partner closely with development, operations, engineering, asset management, and commercial teams to ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support the development and enhancement of compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential areas of non-compliance.
- Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies and industry organizations.
- Develop and deliver compliance-related training programs for employees and management.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of all required regulatory filings and reporting obligations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, energy markets, power generation, transmission, or a related area within the energy industry.
- Strong understanding of energy sector regulatory frameworks and reporting requirements.
- Direct experience with NERC and NERC CIP compliance programs.
- Experience managing federal and industry reporting obligations, including NERC, EIA, and related entities.
- Familiarity with organized electricity markets and regional transmission organizations preferred.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at multiple levels of an organization.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of adapting to changing priorities.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
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