Specialist Strategic Contracts

Specialist Strategic Contracts

INDEPENDENT ELECTRICITY SYSTEM OPERATOR (IESO)

Requisition ID:

20472

Location:

Toronto

Status:

Regular

Business Unit:

Legal Resources & Corporate Governance

Why join us?

You’ve got great skills. And you want to use them in an organization where you know what you do every day matters. We get that.

We also know that ensuring Ontarians have access to affordable and reliable power doesn’t happen by accident. So we give you the tools, flexibility and support you need to achieve your goals, and development opportunities to help you grow. You’ll thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment that values your unique skills and experiences – and recognizes that when you do better, we become even better too.

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) works at the centre of the province’s power system, ensuring Ontarians have access to reliable and cost-effective electricity when and where they need it. We operate the province’s electricity grid 24/7, design, run and oversee the wholesale electricity markets, and plan and prepare to meet Ontario’s electricity needs – now and into the future.

The Opportunity

The Specialist, Strategic Contracts will be a key member of the team overseeing the prudent management of the IESO’s strategic long term electricity supply contracts; in particular, OPG Energy Supply Agreements and to a lesser extent, the Amended and Restated Bruce Power Refurbishment Implementation Agreement (ARBPRIA) with Bruce Power.

The Specialist will be required to execute the framework for completing due diligence activities and management of the technical, commercial and financial obligations in accordance with long term electricity supply agreements with OPG and Bruce Power. This will require leading the implementation and maintenance of reporting tools and systems to monitor and analyze operating characteristics of hydroelectric, thermal and nuclear generating facilities to ensure compliance with the agreements.

This role will interface with stakeholders, external consultants (legal, technical, financial and/or operational) and other external organizations. The Specialist will perform an active role in the planning, coordinating resources and executing activities to ensure all contractual obligations are met. The individual is expected to have a strong financial background, complemented by technical or engineering, contract management, project management and relationship management experiences and competencies.

What you'll do

This role requires the Specialist to represent the IESO, as the contract counterparty with OPG representatives and will include the following responsibilities:

1. Contract Management and Support:

2. Financial and Technical Due Diligence:

3. Relationship Management:

4. Remain flexible and available to assist with other projects within the Department or in other IESO Departments, and perform other duties or responsibilities as may be assigned.

What you need to succeed

Experience:

What’s in it for you

A comprehensive total rewards program, including best-in-class benefits and a flexible workplace

A challenging, fast-paced and collaborative team environment, where your perspectives and experiences matter

Leaders who support your growth and success through regular feedback and coaching

The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Deadline: July 22, 2025

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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 thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO, but we will only contact those candidates selected for an interview.

Note: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a background check.

The IESO offers a hybrid work model program to most of our employees, based on business needs. Individuals participating in the program can work an average of three days per week remotely within Ontario. It also offers three flex weeks when individuals can work remotely within Ontario . When working in the office, you will be located at our Mississauga, Toronto, or Oakville location.

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