Regulatory Lead
Job details
What an opportunity and a fantastic time to represent us at the table. We are looking for a Regulatory Lead that will collaboratively develop and deliver Orion's regulatory strategy and drive excellent economic regulatory outcomes for us and our customers. You will be our advocate in economic regulation and provide regulatory expertise and advice across the business on current and potential regulatory direction and risks. Building a strong and trusted relationship while engaging with the Commerce Commission and Orion internal stakeholders will be a key factor in this role. About us Passionate, curious, and innovative are a few words that describe our people. We are powering the future, connecting communities, and igniting innovation. Orion owns and operates the electricity distribution network that provides power to central Canterbury. As the third largest electricity distribution network in New Zealand, we cover remote rural areas, regional towns, and the city of Christchurch. We are an essential service and take our responsibilities seriously. We are community owned and working here means a career with meaning and purpose that makes a difference in your very own neighbourhood. The role
- Provide economic regulatory expertise and advice to Orion assessing the impact on the business and our decision making.
- Participate and represent Orion in sector collaboration and engagement on regulatory matters with a knowledgeable and informed voice.
- Understand economic regulatory landscapes and factors to ensure an understanding of regulatory risk and how we respond.
- Write and produce written submissions to the Commerce Commission following a thorough internal process through collaboration across the business with subject matter experts.
- Remain up-to-date on all information disclosure requirements communicating these to the business and at times leading the implementation of regulatory change.
- Depth of experience in a similar role, preferably in the electricity or telecommunications sector and a relevant tertiary degree in economics or law.
- An excellent and effective collaborator.
- Previous experience in change management or project management is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of the New Zealand regulatory environment - how it applies to the electricity industry will be an advantage.
- Build strong relationships with the ability to work collegially and hold a place at the table with other industry leaders and stakeholders.
- Ability to translate and relay complex information to others using appropriate language to various audiences.
- Strong sense of responsibility and accountability with the ability to engender responsibility in others.
- Seek continual improvement with an innovative approach and big picture focus.
- Flexible working arrangements, and flexible locations with our Head office in Burnside and satellite offices in Rolleston and Ferrymead.
- Three days of "My Days" leave.
- A broad range of workplace benefits from a wellbeing allowance to access to our holiday house in Hanmer!
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