Hybrid Senior Specialist, Compliance Assurance

at Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)

• Job title: Senior Specialist, Compliance Assurance
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: CA$118,456 - CA$169,208 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Toronto, Canada

About the role

• Lead compliance programs for IESO ensuring adherence to regulations while supporting business and stakeholder engagement in electricity sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, submission and management of IESO compliance documentation for NERC, NPCC and MACD.
• Strengthen and maintain the IESO’s Internal Compliance Program by updating documentation, assessing risks, testing internal controls.
• Act as the IESO’s primary liaison with compliance enforcement authorities, coordinating submissions and managing alerts.
• Represent the IESO in standards development processes and industry forums, coordinating Ontario’s positions on standards.
• Provide leadership, collaboration and guidance across the organization, mentoring staff, and supporting key initiatives.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Ontario’s electricity sector and the roles of the IESO, MACD, NERC and NPCC.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor complex information to different audiences.
• Proven analytical, problem‑solving, reasoning and critical‑thinking abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to build consensus and work effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Excellent time‑management and project‑management skills, able to juggle competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability and comfort working in evolving or ambiguous situations.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in the electricity or other industries.
• Experience administering internal compliance programs and using governance, risk and compliance (GRC) tools.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, collaboration, research, analysis, investigations, report writing, presenting, planning, organizing, and project management.
• Background in process design and improvement, facilitation, and supporting compliance‑related or regulatory initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and readiness to learn new tools, including AI‑based and GRC systems.

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan.
• Work in a dynamic and evolving sector that offers exciting opportunities and the chance to explore new career paths.
• Leadership that values meaningful discussions, welcomes feedback, and prioritizes career development.
• A strong, inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work.
• Compensation packages that are regularly reviewed to remain competitive and to best accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.