Senior Portfolio Manager, Regulated Power

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Job Summary

The Senior Portfolio Manager will manage all aspects of the Regulated Power portfolio while operating in compliance with the AUC-approved Energy Price Setting Plan (EPSP). This role will procure and trade electricity in the Alberta Power Markets for the purposes of portfolio optimization and risk mitigation.

This role is a key contributor in the development and implementation of the EPSP, working with internal and external stakeholders to achieve those ends.

The individual will be a part of the Strategic Initiatives team and will be closely integrated with the Regulated Go-To-Market team, the Government & Regulatory Affairs group, and the Business Planning & Performance team.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Design and Implementation of the Energy Price Setting Plan
• Be a key participant in the planning, development, and implementation of the EPSP.
• Develop and maintain pricing and financial models supporting regulated rates.
• Support regulatory proceedings, including AUC testimony, engagement with intervenors, and preparation of MSA financial assessments.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with the EPSP and the the Rate of Last Resort (ROLR) Regulation throughout its term.
• Portfolio Management
• Own the performance and day-to-day management of the regulated power portfolio.
• Identify and manage financial and market risks inherent to Alberta’s retail electricity market.
• Design and execute EPSP- and corporate-compliant hedging and risk mitigation strategies.
• Procure and trade electricity to meet forecasted regulated customer demand.
• Execute transactions across Alberta wholesale markets using electronic platforms, OTC trades, bilateral counterparties, and RFP processes.
• Monitor Alberta power fundamentals, market developments, and emerging trends.
• Be able to make timely decisions for effective portfolio management.
• Financial Reporting & Forecasting
• Consolidate hourly pricing and volume data to track settled energy revenues, costs, and P&L.
• Develop future P&L projections and budgets using forward market prices, volume forecasts, and cost estimates.
• Build, maintain, and improve demand forecasting models.
• Analyze near- and long-term electricity-demand drivers using large data sets and quantitative models.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
• 10–25 years of progressive experience in energy markets.
• Deep knowledge of Alberta power markets and trading fundamentals.
• Strong financial acumen, including profit & loss management and income statements.
• Demonstrated experience as a power trader or portfolio manager.

Core Competencies And Leadership Attributes

• Strategic and analytical thinker with a strong execution mindset.
• High level of judgment, accountability, and comfort operating in dynamic environments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Credibility and experience to act as an expert witness in regulatory proceedings.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions

• Full-time preferred (part-time may be considered).
• Remote or hybrid work arrangement.
• Open office environment when on-site.
• Occasional travel may be required.

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