Associate Director - Regulatory Strategy

Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Lead regulatory strategy activities in support of Energy Transition initiatives, helping shape approaches that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute regulatory plans, identify risks and opportunities, and provide strategic guidance to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Monitor evolving policy and regulatory developments, assess potential impacts, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support process improvement, strengthen governance, and ensure consistency in regulatory submissions and related materials.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal partners and relevant external stakeholders to advance strategic priorities.
• Support decision-making through analysis, issue framing, and clear communication of regulatory implications.

What You Will Need:

• Must be a US Permanent Resident or US Citizen due to nature of client engagements.
• High School diploma AND Eleven (11+) plus years post-graduation work experience in the Utilities or Energy industry; Or Bachelor’s degree AND Seven (7+) plus years post-graduation work experience in the Utilities or Energy industry; Or Master's degree AND Five (5+) plus years post-graduation work experience in the Utilities or Energy industry.
• Demonstrated experience in policy and regulatory strategy, regulatory affairs, public policy, or a related discipline for energy affiliated organizations.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, policy interpretation, and strategic planning.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote or distributed environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Preference will be given to candidates residing within 50 miles of a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.
• Experience supporting utilities, energy, or infrastructure-related regulatory initiatives.
• Experience working with external regulators, industry groups, or public agencies.
• Prior leadership experience in regulatory strategy or policy development.
• Familiarity with change management, organizational transformation, or operational improvement initiatives.
• Experience directly supporting Business Development initiatives or directly accountable for Business Development activities.

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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