Advisor - Distribution Policy & Compliance (Hybrid) - Toronto, Canada - Ontario Energy Board

Ontario Energy Board

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who likes intellectually challenging work in a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and creativity.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing policy through changes to codes and rules that support the OEB's policy strategy, assessing compliance of regulated companies including addressing complaints from market participants, liaising within the industry to identify areas of concern, and developing appropriate policy responses.

Compelled by our desire to become a globally recognized top tier regulatory agency, we are currently seeking an energetic and collaborative individual to join our team as a Advisor in our Distribution Policy & Compliance department.

We are passionate about the environment and motivated by our want to enable innovation within the energy sector.

We are committed to the economic and social development of Ontario and work every single day to deliver public value to Ontarians.

We are a diverse, driven, transparent and thoughtful team, and are accountable to each other, the sector, and customers we serve.

We are the ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD (OEB).

Responsibilities:

Conducts policy research including evaluating and analyzing policy options and their implications on the sector
Addressing industry complaints regarding compliance by regulated companies with the legal and regulatory rules through timely and fair processes in accordance with the OEB's responsibility for consumer protection and market oversight, to provide confidence to industry and consumers
Conduct research and analysis to support proposed policies and prepare presentations, reports, analysis and other documentation for internal and/or external review.
Liaise with regulated entities to share information on changes to regulatory requirements to foster a culture of compliance
Organize and participate in working groups and stakeholder sessions
Assist in policy implementation ensuring new policies are communicated to affected stakeholders
Participate in preparing reports and presentations relating to policy development
Develops an understanding of the regulations and codes that govern the electricity sector
Develops an understanding of various codes and regulations, such as the Distribution System Code (DSC)), that relate to the sector, in order to provide guidance to stakeholders and internal staff

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree preferred in, but not limited to, Engineering, Finance, Economics or Business Administration
Experience in the electricity sector is required
5+ years' experience in policy research, policy development, analysis, or related energy work
5+ years' experience working in a regulated industry and/or public utility
Previous experience with electricity sector, electrical distribution system operations and asset management is an asset
Graduate degree or professional designation is an asset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills that cater to all levels in the organization
Knowledge of Ontario Energy Board Act and related legislation
Adaptability to work effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups