Associate, Regulatory Reporting and Permitting

Responsibilities

• Advises Pattern Operations and Development on interconnection of generation and transmission requirements.
• Oversee asset registration and permitting at FERC, DOE, RTO/ISOs, and other local/state or provincial regulators to support Development goals and milestone schedules.
• Manage the timely preparation and filing of all routine and non-routine reports, registrations, permit applications, and other filings with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies or energy markets or transmission operators.
• Support Risk Assessment & Controls - Assist in conducting compliance risk assessments and documenting mitigation plans. Support monitoring activities to ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements. Track identified control gaps and support remediation efforts through to resolution.
• Conduct continuous review of reporting and permitting processes and provide recommendations to improve and streamline such processes (e.g., EQR and EIA reporting).
• Perform research and monitor new and/or changed regulations impacting Pattern regulatory permits, registrations and reporting.
• Avoid compliance systems and automation to support management and timely filing of regulatory reports, registrations, permits and onboarding at the RTO/ISOs and other power markets.
• Support Responses to regulatory entities in Requests for Information, Audits, etc.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders in efforts to develop streamlined processes for regulatory reporting, permitting and registrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least 8 years of experience with direct experience in regulatory compliance, audit, legal or risk management within the power market; preferably experience in FERC and RTO/ISO compliance.
• Strong knowledge in regulatory compliance frameworks and requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with other departments (including Settlements).

Pay

The expected starting pay range for this role is $90,000 - $122,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.