Analyst, Market Development

Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO); Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 98,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) in Mississauga, Ontario, invites applications for a Market Analysis position. The role supports Ontario's electricity market revision, market design initiatives, and stakeholder reviews in a hybrid work setting with a 3-day in-office expectation.

Qualifications include a 4-year university degree, strong analytical abilities, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Background in the utility or electricity sector is preferred.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills are required.
• Excellent command of English, written and oral, to communicate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing current and future Ontario electricity markets to identify improvements.
• Monitor market developments and prepare reports, presentations, and study results for management.
• Support market design and development projects and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Contribute to contingency planning and risk assessments for market operations.
• Engage in committees and task forces and present analytical findings as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & oral communication

Teamwork

Education

4-year university degree

Job description

Date: September 23, 2026

Location: Mississauga, ON – Hybrid

Requisition ID: 21237

Status: Regular

Business Unit: Markets and Reliability

Grade/Band: MP2

Shift Work

Annual Pay Range: For standard 35-hour work week

Step 1: $97,708 to Step 10: $139,568

The successful candidate will be placed at the appropriate step within the salary grade/band, based on relevant years of experience and other applicable considerations.

Why join us

The IESO is committed to ensuring Ontario’s electricity system meets the province’s needs today and into the future. We are charged with purpose, delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity for homes, businesses, and communities across the province. We are energized to grow, embracing opportunities to shape the future of a dynamic and evolving energy sector while advancing our careers. We are powered by teamwork, supported by diverse and passionate colleagues who foster respect, celebrate successes, and thrive on shared achievements. At the IESO, it’s not just what we do—it’s who we are!

Who We Are

Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real-time, overseeing and evolving Ontario’s electricity market, engaging with government, municipalities and Indigenous communities, and planning for Ontario’s future electricity needs. Our employees play a key role in driving grid innovation, protecting the system from threats, advancing the province’s energy conservation programs, and forecasting and procuring the electricity resources we’ll need in the decades to come.

This is a unionized position that falls within the Market Analysis Departement in the Markets & Reliability Business Unit.

What Makes This Role Exciting

The energy sector is rapidly evolving, offering exciting new opportunities for those who want to make a difference.

• Provide assistance in the advisory function to management on international electricity and energy market developments and assist in the development of Ontario capacity and electricity market and resource adequacy projects. Assist in the function by serving on assigned committees, task forces etc.
• The Markets Analysis team is looking to fill an additional role. Interested candidates are also invited to apply to the following role:
• Specialist Market Analysis (21236)

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll make a meaningful impact by contributing to the IESO team and supporting the electricity needs of the province through:

• Assist in analyzing and reviewing outcomes of the current Ontario electricity market and the future, enhanced electricity market to assess for potential improvements.
• Assist in the monitoring and study of developments and trends in electricity and other energy markets, provide advice to management on the relevance of such to the Ontario electricity market in the form of reports, presentations, review and study results.
• Assist in assessing and linking short-term analysis to long term strategies; considering whether short-term goals will meet short term market development objectives.
• Work within the program to maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in market theory and in current or proposed methods for energy/electricity trade. Peruse academic, technical and financial reports, studies, books, journals etc. dealing with various aspects of energy markets. Keep abreast of technological developments and best practices in the industry as they apply to electricity markets.
• Assist in the preparation and review of contingency plans for problems and situations that might occur, and propose a course of action to accomplish long term goals.
• Assist on projects related to market design and development initiatives. This may include working closely with external consultants retained for the same.
• Assist in the analysis and review of market development plans with the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) and government agencies.
• Assist in the review and analysis of input from other stakeholders and incorporate findings into market development plans.
• Assist in analysis of comments and responses to requests by external or internal stakeholders, related to the wholesale market outcomes.

In a typical day, you will

• Assist in the coordination and alignment of market design and development plans with the IESO business development plans.
• Assist in the evaluation of regulatory decisions both abroad and in Ontario to determine possible implications on Ontario electricity market.
• Contribute, as assigned, on committees, task forces and in various forums. Make presentations, as assigned, concerning methods, results or analytical studies pertaining to market design and development plans to internal and external groups, as needed.

Role Requirements

Our team consists of experts from diverse backgrounds, each bringing their unique perspectives and skills.

Education

• Academic training in business, commerce, engineering, and economics at a level to understand and apply the technical/economical legislative parameters governing the energy industry and market place.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and oral, in order to develop strategies, communicate and effectively interface with all contacts involved in accomplishing the work objectives.
• This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired through the successful completion of a 4-year university degree, or equivalent.

Experience

• A background in the utility business or electricity sector to become familiar with the inherent factors and problems influencing the energy industry.
• A background that allows for broad thinking and high analytical and reasoning skills.
• Demonstrated experience in the review of vast amounts of information, breaking it down, prioritizing and synthesizing several related trends to determine relevant impact within and outside Ontario.
• Experience in building relationships, strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• A commitment to demonstrate the behaviours that exemplify the IESO’s core values and form the basis of our shared culture.
• A period of over 4 years and above is preferred to gain this experience.

How We Support You

From a comprehensive total rewards program to dynamic learning and development opportunities—including job rotations to broaden your expertise—we empower you to define and shape your own success. When you join the IESO, here’s what you can expect:

• Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan.
• Work in a dynamic and evolving sector that offers exciting opportunities and the chance to explore new career paths.
• Leadership that values meaningful discussions, welcomes feedback, and prioritizes career development.
• A strong, inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work.
• Compensation packages that are regularly reviewed to remain competitive and to best accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.

Deadline: October 7, 2026 at 11:59PM

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The IESO currently has a 3-day in-office work week for applicable roles. Over the course of 2026, the IESO will advance plans to acquire additional office space to accommodate more in-office time. While the timeline for moving to a full 5-day in-office model has not yet been established, we are committed to keeping employees and candidates informed as plans progress and give them as much advance notice as possible to prepare for any changes.

We believe in opportunities for everyone.

At the IESO, we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing, and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment— one that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We’re proud to say we’ve been recognized as a supportive, inclusive employer.