About The Role

Regulatory Strategy and Analytics Analyst

Alabama Power Company - Regulatory Policy & Planning
This position will be located at APC Corporate Headquarters in Birmingham, AL

POSITION SUMMARY

The position supports the development, analysis, and execution of regulatory strategies that support Alabama Power Company’s Regulatory Affairs performing strategic research, regulatory analytics, performance metrics. The position will apply data analysis techniques, visualization tools, generative AI, and analytical technologies to identify trends, automate research activities, improve workflow efficiency, and develop insights that support regulatory strategy. The position works closely with regulatory affairs, finance, operations, planning, marketing and customer service, economic development, power delivery and other business organizations to transform complex information into accurate, actionable, and defensible business insights.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree required, engineering preferred
MBA desirable

Experience, Knowledge, & Skills

Data analytics modeling and interpretation experience is required
Experience performing quantitative and qualitative analysis, benchmarking, peer utility research, trend analysis, and performance metric evaluation is required
Experience working in (or in support of) utility regulatory frameworks, operations, financials, planning, and/or policy strongly preferred
Ability to translate business questions into analytical plans, dashboards, and clear decision-support insights
Experience developing reports, presentations, dashboards, analytical models, or business recommendations is preferred
Experience utilizing advanced AI technologies, including generative AI, natural language processing, intelligent assistants, or predictive analytics tools to conduct research, summarize information, automate workflows, analyze data, and support decision-making is preferred
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships within multiple departments to ensure appropriate levels of communication and cooperation and achievement of goals and objectives
Demonstrates accuracy, accountability, confidentiality, sound judgment, and attention to detail under tight deadlines
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously and produce timely results in response to changing business needs
Strong communication skills
Familiarity with Alabama Power's regulatory framework, rate mechanisms including Rates RSE, CNP, state regulatory requirements, Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC) processes, and stakeholder expectations preferred

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Regulatory Strategy and Policy: Develop data analytics tools utilizing utility data to monitor emerging utility issues, policies, and trends; research their potential impacts; and help develop responsive regulatory strategies
Regulatory Compliance and Implementation: Support compliance with new regulatory requirements and coordinate implementation activities across affected business areas
Rate and Commission Proceedings: Support rate filings, clauses, adjustments, RSE and CNP activities, and related Commission engagement
Performance Metrics and Annual Reviews: Support development of annual metrics and facilitate annual reviews and meetings with the APSC and Attorney General’s Office
Research and Communication: Conduct peer utility and jurisdictional research and communicate relevant policy and regulatory insights to management and APSC staff
Stakeholder Coordination: Build and manage effective relationships with internal business partners and external regulatory stakeholders.