Sr. Specialist, Regulatory and Policy

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power . This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system to power a lower-carbon future. 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 Sr. Specialist, Regulatory & Policy to lead high-impact initiatives that protect and grow our power generation portfolio across Canada.

In this strategic role, you’ll be a key driver of 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:

- Bringing deep expertise in energy markets, regulatory policy, and system operators – particularly in Canadian Markets (Alberta, Ontario).

- Leading analysis of government policies, market rules, and regulatory frameworks to identify risks and opportunities, and developing mitigation strategies with internal SMEs.

- Developing and executing 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.

- Preparing and leading written and oral submissions in regulatory proceedings, coordinating with legal counsel, expert witnesses, and internal teams.

- 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.

- 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:

- 7+ years of direct experience in the energy industry, preferably in a capacity focused on electricity markets and policy.

- Deep 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.

- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and respond effectively to ad hoc requests in a dynamic environment.

- Experience in project planning, execution, and delivery; formal project management training or certification is an asset.

- 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 (10-20%) to 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, 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.

Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.

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 their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@capitalpower.com .

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.