Analyst - Senior Principal Analyst (Gas Industry)

Energy Market Authority (EMA); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Market Authority (EMA) is seeking a regulatory economist to shape economic regulation in Singapore. You will analyze market dynamics, develop regulatory frameworks, and drive policy initiatives that promote competition, security of supply, and sustainability in the electricity and energy sectors.

Key responsibilities include assessing tariffs, reviewing licensing, and engaging with stakeholders to implement innovative energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Education in economics, accounting, finance, business or related field.
• Experience in economic analysis and policy work.
• Experience in economic regulation of natural monopolies or large-scale infrastructure is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and shape economic regulation frameworks to incentivize efficient operation and prudent investment.
• Assess regulated fees and tariffs to ensure adequate recovery of investments.
• Review regulated gas tariffs and licensing frameworks for new entrants and technologies.
• Handle consumer enquiries and feedback.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Policy analysis

Economic regulation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Economics/Finance/Business degree

Job description

What the role is

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the electricity sector through economic regulation? Join our dynamic team as we work at the forefront of ensuring fair and efficient markets in the energy industry. You will have the opportunity to analyse market dynamics, develop regulatory frameworks, and drive policy initiatives that promote competition, security of supply, and sustainability. If you are ready to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact on the way electricity is produced, distributed and consumed.

What you will be working on

The successful candidate is required to:

• Review economic regulation frameworks to ensure that appropriate economic incentives are in place for natural monopolies to operate efficiently and invest prudently in energy infrastructure.
• Assess the regulated fees and tariffs charged by monopolies to ensure adequate recovery of prudent investments.
• Review the regulated gas tariffs.
• Review the licensing framework to embrace new business models and new energy technologies, and assess licence applications to allow new entrants to the gas sector.
• Handle consumer enquiries and feedback.

What we are looking for

Requirements:

• Education in economics, accountancy, finance, business or a related field.
• Relevant experience in economic analysis and policy work. Experience in economic regulation of natural monopolies or large-scale infrastructure development is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• Resourceful, able to work independently and in a team.
• Able to work under tight timelines and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Positive team player with a strong interest to shape the future of Singapore's energy industry.