Regulatory & Policy, Analyst

Capital Power; Alberta; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Canada is seeking a Regulatory & Policy Analyst to support and advocate for regulatory outcomes in the evolving electricity landscape. The role demands 2-5 years of energy sector experience, preferably in regulatory matters. Key responsibilities include analyzing market rules and engaging with government and industry stakeholders. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, contributing to projects vital for the company’s growth. Apply online to join their mission of powering a sustainable future.

Benefits

Referral reward of $1000

Flexible employee benefits

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in the energy industry focusing on electricity markets.
• Experience dealing with regulatory and policy perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Support policy development and advocate for regulatory outcomes.
• Analyze market rules and identify risks for internal teams.
• Engage with regulators and stakeholders on emerging issues.

Skills

Knowledge of energy markets

Regulatory analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Excellent written communication

Strong research capabilities

Education

Master's degree in economics, public policy, law, or business

Undergraduate degree in related field

Job description

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated toPowering Change by Changing Power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.

Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower‑carbon power solutions. We provide purpose‑driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star. With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.

Are you passionate about energy policy and regulatory strategy? Do you want to be at the forefront of Canada’s evolving electricity landscape? Capital Power is looking for a Regulatory & Policy Analyst to support our engagements in high‑impact initiatives that protect and grow our power generation portfolio across Canada.

In this strategic role, you’ll be supporting the development of, and advocating for, regulatory and policy outcomes that directly influence Capital Power’s success. You’ll work with internal experts, government agencies, and industry stakeholders to shape market rules, navigate regulatory frameworks, and unlock new opportunities in Alberta, Ontario, and beyond.

You will contribute to our team by:

• Understanding energy markets, regulatory policy, and system operators – particularly in Canadian Markets (Alberta, Ontario) and learning as they evolve.
• Analyze and evaluated government policies, market rules, and regulatory frameworks to identify risks and opportunities, and developing mitigation strategies with internal SMEs.
• Supporting the development and execution of regulatory and advocacy strategies to protect and enhance shareholder value.
• Advising business units on regulatory trends and informing commercial decisions related to market structures and government policy.
• Proactively monitoring and communicating regulatory and policy developments and engaging with regulators and agencies on emerging issues.
• Representing the company in consultations, working groups, and industry proceedings; serving as the internal lead and external advocate.
• Supporting the development of written and oral submissions in regulatory proceedings, coordinating with legal counsel, expert witnesses, and internal teams.
• Conducting regulatory due diligence for projects, acquisitions, and contracts.
• Identifying and escalating emerging issues and risks to senior leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborating with government relations and internal teams to shape influencing strategies and manage regulatory risk.
• Maintaining strong relationships across the business and with external stakeholders, including regulators, agencies, and industry peers.
• Representing the company in industry associations or boards, and mentoring colleagues to support team development.

What you will bring to the role:

Education:

• Master’s degree in a related field such as economics, public policy, law, or business is preferred.
• An undergraduate degree in economics, public policy, law, or business with demonstrated strong industry experience would be considered.

Experience:

• 2‑5 years of direct experience in the energy industry, preferably in a capacity focused on electricity markets and policy.
• Experience with electricity markets from a regulatory and policy political perspective.

Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex regulatory frameworks, electricity market rules, and emerging commercial opportunities across Canadian agencies. Skilled in assessing qualitative and quantitative impacts on business operations and prioritizing initiatives accordingly.
• Excellent written communication and strong verbal presentation abilities, with a focus on clarity, precision, and audience engagement.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and applying legal language and documentation to business contexts.
• Strong research capabilities with the ability to synthesize findings into clear, well‑structured reports and actionable insights.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and respond effectively to ad hoc requests in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in stakeholder relations, including consultation, communication, and relationship management, is considered a strong asset.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid Office/Work from home position, with moderate travel (~20%) to attend meetings with agencies, government, and meet business users at Capital Power facilities or other offices.

Additional Details:

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, clearance of credit check, reference checks and criminal record check.

Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.

How To Apply and Next Steps

Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete your application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.

Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.