Associate Director, Regulatory Research Associates

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The Role:Associate Director Regulatory Research Associates

The Team: The Regulatory Research Associates (RRA) team delivers authoritative research data and analysis on state-level utility regulation and utility financial performance across the U.S. energy sector. Our work helps investors utilities policymakers and other industry participants evaluate regulatory risk understand evolving market and policy developments and identify emerging trends shaping the future of energy. Through proprietary datasets comparative regulatory assessments and industry-leading research we provide insights that support critical business and investment decisions.

The Impact: As an Associate Director you will serve as a key contributor to RRAs research and analytical capabilities leading the evaluation of complex regulatory legislative and market developments affecting electric and natural gas utilities and representing RRA in client and stakeholder engagements. Leveraging proprietary datasets advanced analytical methods and AI-enabled technologies you will develop insights that help clients assess regulatory risk and understand emerging industry trends. You will also contribute to the evolution of research processes and analytical tools helping enhance the efficiency depth and impact of RRAs industry-leading research. This role supports S&P Globals vision of the Research of the Future where innovation technology and domain expertise combine to deliver increasingly powerful insights for clients.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on US state utility regulation regulatory risk and utility financial performance providing guidance and insight on complex regulatory and industry developments.
• Lead the identification analysis and interpretation of significant regulatory legislative and policy developments affecting electric and natural gas utilities across multiple jurisdictions.
• Own and continuously enhance proprietary regulatory datasets analytical frameworks and research processes to ensure scalability consistency and long-term sustainability.
• Produce and oversee high-impact research comparative evaluations and thought leadership that support investor utility and industry decision-making.
• Partner across S&P Global divisions and research teams to develop integrated insights innovative products and client-focused solutions.
• Evaluate emerging trends in utility regulation energy policy grid modernization and market design identifying implications for clients and opportunities for new research.
• Leverage advanced analytics AI-enabled tools and technology-driven workflows to improve research efficiency expand analytical capabilities and enhance product quality.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators utility executives industry organizations and other subject matter experts to strengthen market intelligence and research depth.
• Serve as a trusted resource for clients by addressing complex inquiries delivering presentations and communicating regulatory developments and market implications.
• Mentor and support junior analysts by sharing expertise reviewing research and promoting best practices in analytical rigor data quality and written communication.
• Recommend strategic enhancements to research methodologies operational processes and product offerings based on market developments and client needs.
• Demonstrate leadership by fostering collaboration encouraging innovation and helping advance the teams objectives and S&P Globals values.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $102865-$162500. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographic location as well as experience level skill set training licenses and addition to base compensation this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees please click here.

What Were Looking For

Basic Qualifications:

• Extensive work experience analyzing utility regulation energy policy financial performance or related areas within the energy industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in interpreting complex regulatory legislative financial and market information and translating findings into actionable insights.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively with clients industry participants and senior leadership.
• Experience developing analytical frameworks managing large datasets and improving research processes and operational workflows.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and database management; experience with Python SQL AI-enabled analytical tools or other advanced technologies is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to author authoritative research and present complex topics clearly to professional audiences.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning industry engagement and staying current on emerging market regulatory and technology trends.
• Bachelors degree in economics Finance Business Engineering Public Policy or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams mentor colleagues and contribute to a high-performing research culture.

Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

About S&P Global Energy
At S&P Global Energy our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses governments and individuals with trusted data expertise and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks data and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently act decisively and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at In It For You

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity Discovery Partnership

Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.

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At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.

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