Senior Manager, Rates And Regulatory Affairs

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America - a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.PurposeThe Senior Manager Rates and Regulatory Affairs is responsible for all regulatory affairs and rates related functions for Liberty's operating entities in Georgia. The Senior Manager will perform regulatory and governmental outreach, prepare and implement rates filings and regulatory filings required at the state level. The Senior Manager maintains a local presence to advance relationships with regulatory commissions/authorities, operating company leadership, and other key stakeholders while ensuring that the policies and procedures of the organization comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Provides regulatory leadership and advice to direct and indirect reports to ensure regulatory compliance and to maximize earnings at the local state level.AccountabilitiesEstablishes and maintains good relationships with regulators and intervenorsPrepares and executes filings at the Georgia Public Service CommissionServes as an expert witness on regulatory mattersEnsures alignment of regulatory and business strategies to maximize shareholder valueLead the rate making activitiesDevelops tactics to maximize rate recovery of prudently incurred capital and operating expensesThought leadership and participation in industry associationsAdvises management on regulatory and industry mattersMonitor up-to-date information regarding federal, state and applicable laws and regulations as they relate to filing requirements for regulated utilities. Updates key management on regulatory changes, developments and implications of new requirements on functional areasImplement and oversee a framework to ensure the utility is meeting its compliance and filings requirements in an accurate and timely mannerDirect, mentor and manage direct reports within the department to ensure all objectives are met.Education and ExperienceExpert-level understanding of the regulation of utilities, ratemaking and pricing, and regulatory finance10+ years of relevant experience that includes prior managerial experienceJudgement and decision-making abilities that facilitate the ability to achieve goals with a high degree of independenceDemonstrated ability to establish and foster productive relationships with regulators and other key stakeholdersAbility to interact effectively with all levels of senior management including presentations, written communications, and internal relationship-buildingOur purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.As the successful candidate

Our MissionWe provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization-it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our VisionWe better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

Customer CentricIntegrityEntrepreneurialTeamworkOwner mindsetOutcome focusedContinuous learning

What we offerCollaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy401k Plan with matchingShare purchase/match planLeadership Development ProgramVolunteer paid days offEmployee Assistance ProgramAchievement fundFree parkingVariety of Health & Wellness programsDiscount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.