Manager, Regulatory Strategy

Consumers Energy

Manager, Regulatory Strategy supporting regulatory analysis and advocacy for electric utility policies at ITC. Engaging with stakeholders and regulatory bodies to shape strategic goals.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeTopeka • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitors and keeps abreast of federal transmission regulatory policy and electric utility legislative initiatives.
Researches, analyzes and interprets regulatory filings; reviews industry publications and attends pertinent electric industry conferences.
Serves as a company advocate on transmission policy for development opportunities by working with internal stakeholders to identify potential impacts and develop appropriate responses further the company's strategic goals.
Serves as a liaison with regulatory authorities; meets with regulators, legislators, stakeholders and customers, industry/trade associations, consumer groups, and other utility professionals; participates in external electric industry/trade associations and formal/informal coalitions as required.
Represents the company by participating in Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) committees and task forces to protect and further enhance the company's development interests.
Participates in internal strategy meetings to formulate the company's strategic goals.
Participates in and represents the company in regulatory proceedings, as appropriate.
Researches, analyzes, interprets and reports data on regulatory and legislative matters; provides timely and accurate information and analysis to management on regulatory and legislative matters that may impact the company.
Provides company representation in tariff, rates/pricing/revenue distribution, financial and/or policy negotiations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience; Master's degree in Business Administration or other relevant discipline preferred.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience as an electric utility Regulatory Analyst or similar function.
Experience and proficiency in pricing and regulatory policy; strong advocate of company position in various forums.
Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) and establish rapport with management, colleagues, regulators, stakeholders/customers and other individuals inside and outside the company.
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to motivate and supervise employees.
Possesses leadership qualities, logical problem-solving skills and strong negotiation skills.
Knowledge of the Federal Power Act, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy, North American Electric Reliability Council and state public utility commission.
Ability to work in a constantly changing environment and capable of managing multiple projects and tasks and ensuring their timely completion.
Ability to travel for company business, including overnight stays, up to several times per month.
Advanced knowledge of computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H‑1B or TN visas.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

regulatory policypricing policydata analysisregulatory filingsnegotiation skillsproblem-solving skillsstrategic planningproject managementelectric utility regulationstariff analysis

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillsleadership qualitiesmotivation skillsrapport buildingteam collaborationadaptabilitytime managementsupervisory skillseffective advocacy

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree in Business Administration