Advisor Resource Acquisition

Date: April 30 2026

Location:Toronto ON Hybrid/On-site

Requisition ID: 21006

Status:Regular

Business Unit:Power System Development

Grade/Band: MP4

Shift Work:

Annual Pay Range: For standard 35-hour work week

Step 1:$111072 to Step 10: $158704

The successful candidate will be placed at the appropriate step within the salary grade/band based on relevant years of experience and other applicable considerations.

Why join us

The IESO is committed to ensuring Ontarios electricity system meets the provinces needs today and into the future. We are charged with purpose delivering reliable affordable and sustainable electricity for homes businesses and communities across the province. We are energized to grow embracing opportunities to shape the future of a dynamic and evolving energy sector while advancing our careers. We are powered by teamwork supported by diverse and passionate colleagues who foster respect celebrate successes and thrive on shared achievements. At the IESO its not just what we doits who we are!

Who we are

Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real-time overseeing and evolving Ontarios electricity market engaging with government municipalities and Indigenous communities and planning for Ontarios future electricity needs. Our employees play a key role in driving grid innovation protecting the system from threats advancing the provinces energy conservation programs and forecasting and procuring the electricity resources well need in the decades to come.

This is a unionized position that falls within the Resource & System Adequacy Division of the Power System Development Business Unit.

What makes this role exciting

The energy sector is rapidly evolving offering exciting new opportunities for those who want to make a difference.

Electricity demand in the Toronto region is projected to grow significantly over the next two decades. Through the Toronto Integrated Regional Resource Plan (IRRP) the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has identified the need for additional transmission capacity to support long-term growth and system reliability.

The recommended solution is the Toronto Third Line (TTL) a new underwater high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission connection between Clarington (Bowmanville Switching Station) and downtown Toronto via Lake Ontario. On January 7 2026 the Government of Ontario announced its intent to proceed with this first-of-its-kind project and directed the IESO to launch a competitive procurement to select the transmitter that will design build and operate the line. Designed to strengthen grid resilience diversify supply pathways and relieve emerging transmission constraints the Toronto Third Line represents a critical investment in Torontos energy future. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and launch of this first-of-its-kind procurement in Ontario.

This role is exciting because it sits at the centre of Ontarios rapidly evolving energy sector where decisions made today directly shape the reliability affordability and sustainability of the electricity system.

The Advisor plays a direct role in designing and improving resource adequacy mechanisms using forwardlooking analysis to influence how energy capacity and transmission resources are acquired. It offers a unique blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution from building procurement frameworks to evaluating bids and negotiating contracts. The work spans technical commercial and policy dimensions providing broad exposure to competitive procurements and evolving market structures. With opportunities to engage stakeholders assess emerging trends and apply energy economics in practice the role has visible impact on system reliability and sector evolution. Overall its a chance to help guide major infrastructure decisions while working on complex highimpact challenges in a rapidly changing electricity landscape.

What youll do

In this role youll make a meaningful impact by contributing to the IESO team and supporting the electricity needs of the province through:

1. Analysis evaluate and solve technical and commercial issues associated with projects including both procurement and policy initiatives

2. Due Diligence perform facility performance analysis (e.g. thermodynamic modelling) cost estimation (research quotes consultant reports) return analysis (financial modelling) and risk analysis (mitigate/contractually allocate risk)

3. Procurement design help oversee the design of procurement mechanisms strategies and processes appropriate for the type of procurement (standard offer auction competitive RFP negotiation) and the type of resource being sought

4. Contract development help lead the development of procurement documents including program rules request for proposals and contracts. Help manage internal and external legal teams in drafting documents

5. Procurement/program administration implement procurement processes ensuring that all obligations are fulfilled in accordance with procurement/contract requirements culminating in successful execution of contracts and as needed manage assigned contractual obligations

6. Contract negotiations undertake contract negotiations with counterparties ensuring IESO and rate payer interests are upheld and IESOs reputation and professionalism are maintained

7. Support infrastructure develop manage and enhance procurement initiative infrastructure including proposal evaluation tools prescribed forms and program specific website that will be used by the public to interact with IESO and as the main method of receiving program content.

8. Stakeholder relations internally with various business units (e.g. Planning Regulatory Affairs Legal Affairs Markets System Operations Indigenous Relations and the Market Renewal Program team); externally with Government and its agencies such as the Ministry of Energy Northern Development and Mines and with external stakeholders

9. External Resources as required source secure and manage the work of external consultants (e.g. legal economic / technical auditing etc.)

10. Team Efforts participate in project teams comprised of IESO staff and external staff as required

11. Remain flexible and available to assist with other projects within the Department or in other IESO Departments

12. Perform other duties as required

Role Requirements

Our team consists of experts from diverse backgrounds each bringing their unique perspectives and skills.

To succeed in this role youll need:

• Ability to work with cross-functional project teams including internal staff and external consultants.
• Experience working with multiple workstreams complex schedules and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate complex technical and commercial concepts clearly to a variety of audiences
• Highly collaborative adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic evolving energy landscape.
• Self-motivated with a sense of ownership and commitment to delivering results
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align procurement decisions with organizational objectives market needs and policy direction.
• High level of judgment professionalism and accountability when working with commercially sensitive information.
• Experience developing and/or working with contracts related to complex energy or infrastructure facilities is an asset
• Familiarity with Ontario electricity sector regulations policies and standards or the ability to quickly develop deep regulatory expertise.
• Experience working within or alongside a regulated electricity market environment is strongly preferred.

The knowledge required for the job is considered to be normally acquired through the successful completion of a 4-year university education or the equivalent in a science engineering economics math or business discipline.

The minimum level of experience for the incumbent to perform at a satisfactory level of proficiency is 68 years including the period of adjustment on the job itself

How We Support You

From a comprehensive total rewards program to dynamic learning and development opportunitiesincluding job rotations to broaden your expertisewe empower you to define and shape your own success. When you join the IESO heres what you can expect:

• Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan.
• Work in a dynamic and evolving sector that offers exciting opportunities and the chance to explore new career paths.
• Leadership that values meaningful discussions welcomes feedback and prioritizes career development.
• A strong inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work.
• Compensation packages that are regularly reviewed to remain competitive and to best accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.

Deadline

May 14 2026. For future reference please save a copy of the job posting as it will no longer be available once the posting closes.

Thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that the successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to applicable background checks.

IESO will not conduct interviews or offer positions via online text chat or social media platforms. We will not gather personal information directly from candidates or potential candidates. Selected candidates will work with our Talent Acquisition team to ensure their application is processed.

The IESO currently has a 3-day in-office work week for applicable roles. Over the course of 2026 the IESO will advance plans to acquire additional office space to accommodate more in-office time. While the timeline for moving to a full 5-day in-office model has not yet been established we are committed to keeping employees and candidates informed as plans progress and give them as much advance notice as possible to prepare for any changes.

We believe in opportunities for everyone.

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 environmentone that values every team members 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. Were proud to say weve been recognized as a supportive inclusive employer.

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