Manager, Regulatory Compliance

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.
Summary
This position will support the Director, Regulatory Compliance in the day-to-day management of all regulatory compliance. Responsible for supporting a culture and record of compliance with NERC standards. Will work collaboratively and cross functionally on compliance related issues across the US portfolio. This role will work closely with the Asset Services team who manage the overall performance of Lightsource bp utility-scale solar plants in the USA.  
Duties and Responsibilities

•    Support the NERC compliance program for LSbp’s entities registered with NERC in the United States, including procedure updates, evidence gathering and retention, and deliverable tracking.
•    Assist on NERC compliance self-assessments to identify gaps, and work with applicable personnel to implement mitigation plans to address any instances of non-compliance
•    Assist with compliance reporting related to compliance status, gap identification and remediation plans 
•    Work closely with Legal, Construction, Operations, Asset Management, as well as 3rd Party O&M providers, to support LSbp’s NERC regulatory compliance, including, but not limited to, data requests, audits, spot-checks, self-certifications and internal/external self-reports. 
•    Work with Asset Management and 3rd party Operations & Maintenance teams to ensure all GOP activities are aligned with LSbp’s GO program
•    Provide day-to-day support of LSbp’s entities and corporate’s compliance with applicable regulations.
•    Assist in the preparation and submission of documentation for NERC audits, spot checks, investigations, and reporting requirements, and other similar obligations under applicable regulations and ensure compliance with all required NERC standards for all LSbp NERC registered projects
•    Participate in industry workshops and conferences as applicable.
•    Work closely with Asset Services team and collaborate on areas of common interest including reliability obligations in key project contracts as well as compliance with Market Protocols and Operating Rules. 
•    Coordinate with compliance leaders in other functional areas (environmental, contract management, safety, legal, etc.) as needed to coordinate LSbp-wide compliance efforts and programs.
•    Populate the compliance database for new project implementation
•    Maintain knowledge on electric regulatory developments at FERC, NERC, Reliability Entities, EIA, DOE, and PUCs, and monitor operational developments and new or changing regulations.
Knowledge
•    A suitable combination of training, education and experience in regulatory compliance, preferably in energy, is required. 
•    Experience with regulatory compliance in the energy industry, especially in the arena of NERC compliance.
•    Knowledge and understanding of applicable regulations. 
•    Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
•    Ability to understand technical documentation related to renewable energy projects such as cybersecurity requirements, interconnection agreements, facilities studies, permitting documents, local codes and regulations, civil and electrical construction specifications.
Qualifications 
•    Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in a technical, regulatory or business-related field and 3 years of experience with a corporate regulatory compliance program. 
•    Candidate should be comfortable with monitoring, investigating, and reviewing compliance evidence in support of Lightsource bp’s compliance activities.
•    Strong organizational and project management skills, including procedure and controls writing skills.
Experience 
•    Minimum of 3 years of experience in a NERC-focused compliance role is required.
Personal qualities 
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
•    Problem solving skills, self-motivated, and ability to work with little supervision or guidance to independently research, understand, and implement knowledge in new areas.
•    Ability to work seamlessly across a wide range of workstreams amongst internal and external stakeholders to achieve compliance objectives.
•    Ability to read, understand and implement legal contracts.
•    Ability to understand technical operational matters and translate them to commercial and financial analyses to support decision making.
•    Ability to travel (up to 15%).

We offer
•    Competitive compensation: $130,000 to $150,000 annually plus a discretionary annual bonus.

•    Health, dental and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment. 
•    Retention bonuses 
•    11 paid holidays
•    Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually.
•    401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution.  
•    Hybrid working environment
•    Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to $100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to $150. 

Why you’ll want to work with us    
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity. 
Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Be inspired: Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status.   Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.).  If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations.