Regulatory Affairs Wholesale Markets Director

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Corporate Development / Strategy; Regulation / Risk Management

Remuneration: Exempt

The Regulatory Affairs Wholesale Markets Director supports the company’s engagement in U.S. wholesale electricity markets. This role contributes to market design initiatives, transmission planning processes, market policy analysis, and cost allocation frameworks in Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and Southwest Power Pool (SPP) and state-jurisdictional forums. The role works cross-functionally to enhance market awareness and commercial outcomes that support the development and operation of utility-scale projects and operating assets. The Director serves as the primary interface with market operators, regulators, and industry stakeholders, while advising internal leadership on regulatory risks, opportunities, and evolving market conditions.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and support the company’s engagement in ERCOT and SPP wholesale electricity markets by contributing to regional market strategy and coordinating efforts aligned with RWE’s growth, development, and asset optimization objectives

• Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs Wholesale Markets, providing forward‑looking counsel on wholesale market design, transmission policy, and regulatory strategy

• Proactively identify, monitor, and communicate federal and state regulatory initiatives in ERCOT and SPP with potential commercial impact to RWE’s development and operating portfolio

• Analyze and synthesize complex market rulemakings, transmission planning reforms, and cost allocation proceedings; assess commercial risks and opportunities; and brief executive leadership with clear strategic recommendations

• Actively participate in ERCOT and SPP stakeholder processes and state regulatory proceedings, including drafting comments, developing testimony, coordinating expert support, and advocating RWE’s positions in formal and informal forums

• Partner with internal commercial, development, transmission, operations, and interconnection teams to align regulatory strategy with RWE’s policy positions and business objectives

• Represent RWE in stakeholder processes and meetings in ERCOT and SPP

• Engage with regional and state regulatory agencies, including the ERCOT, SPP, and state public utility commissions, on wholesale market design, transmission planning, and cost allocation matters

• Actively participate in ISO/RTO commitees, industry trade associations and stakeholder coalitions to advance aligned policy positions and influence market outcomes

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, regulators, peers, and grid operators

• Work effectively within a matrixed, cross‑functional environment, contributing subject‑matter expertise to market and regulatory initiatives

• Coordinate with external advisors and consultants to advance strategic priorities effectively and efficiently

Job Requirements and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Policy, or other relevant areas. Advanced degree preferred

• Minimum of eight years of demonstrated experience within U.S. organized wholesale electric power markets, including experience working with cross‑functional teams

• Demonstrated experience in ISO/RTO stakeholder processes and regulatory proceedings, with a proven ability to guide teams, and influence outcomes

• Proven ability to influence regulatory outcomes and manage complex, multistakeholder initiatives. Experience working in a matrixed organization supporting commercial or operational decision‑making

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, evolving regulatory environment

• Adaptable to working in a cross‑functional matrixed environment interacting with internal resources, external consultants, and trade organizations

• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage internal and external customer relationships in person and remotely

• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams

• Strong leadership, written and verbal communication, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills. Strong organization skills and detailed oriented ability to multi‑task, while working independently and as part of a team

• Motivated self‑starter, goal‑oriented, and strong problem‑solving abilities

• Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable

• Deep understanding of U.S. wholesale power markets, transmission planning, and regulatory frameworks

• Strong strategic thinking and business judgment, with the ability to connect regulatory outcomes to commercial impact

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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