Manager, Commercial - Calgary, Canada - AESO

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The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System.

We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta's interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta's competitive wholesale electricity market.

The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.


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We are looking for a talented professional to join the Commercial Management team.

Accountabilities of our team include managing a diverse portfolio of commercial contracts and establishing and maintaining excellent customer relationships from contract execution through the contract lifecycle.


Reporting to the Director, Commercial, you will be a people leader who oversees a team of Commercial Specialists and Analysts in optimizing a portfolio of commercial agreements with sophisticated counterparties.

These agreements include those originating from the AESO's Renewable Electricity Program, the Fort McMurray West transmission project, and a suite of ancillary services to ensure the reliable and economic operation of the Alberta electricity grid.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program.

We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package.

We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

Signs you will enjoy working in this team:

  • You thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to embark on transformative industry change
  • You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals and participating in lively debates
  • You embrace change and pivot and adapt with ease
  • You like working in a diverse atmosphere
  • our team celebrates our colleagues' varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
  • You have a curious mind and appreciate opportunities to broaden your skill set
  • You are a champion of continuous improvement initiatives

Accountabilities include:

  • Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of commercial professionals.
  • Develop commercial negotiating strategies with sophisticated counterparties.
  • Optimize the value and manage risks of existing commercial agreements.
  • Provide commercialrelated advice and communication to/with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Lead and work with crossfunctional teams to resolve commercial matters.
  • Ongoing management of ancillary services contracts and maintenance of commercial records.

You have:

  • Postsecondary graduate degree in engineering, science, economics, or business. Relevant graduate degree would be an asset. 10+ years' experience in a commercial management role; commercial experience in the power/electricity or oil and gas industry is a strong asset.
  • A combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Strong knowledge of the Alberta electricity market.
  • Strong legal working knowledge.
  • Experience in negotiating within existing commercial agreements.
  • Experience leading internal teams (formal and informal).
  • Ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts to a range of targeted audiences.

Application deadline:
December 7, 2023


If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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