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Compliance & Governance Analyst

AT RWE Clean Energy
RWE Clean Energy

Compliance & Governance Analyst

New York, NY

RWE Trading Americas Inc., Chicago, New York

To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent

Functional area: Legal / Compliance

Your Future Plans
Join an international leading energy trading house in a period of growth! We are seeking a Compliance & Governance Analyst to join our US legal team supporting our RWE Supply & Trading, LLC (RWESTA) and RWE Trading Americas, Inc. (RWETA) businesses. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining compliance policies, handling regulatory inquiries, and keeping the team informed of the latest regulatory developments. This position can be located in Chicago or New York City and will report to the Chief Compliance Offier.

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Compliance Job Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with the company's regulatory requirements under the FERC, CFTC and other applicable exchanges.
  • Ensure regulatory filings are promptly submitted with CFTC, FERC and RTO/ISOs.
  • Build and maintain an understanding of Exchange and RTO/ISO regulatory environment, relevant rules and regulations, technologies and systems, processes and operational methodologies.
  • Review compliance policies and procedures and implement further training when warranted
  • Assist with regulatory inquiries.
  • Assist with client onboarding and documentation maintenance, including KYC reviews.
  • Perform testing and reviews of activities against compliance policies and procedures.
  • Keep abreast, and keep others informed, of latest regulatory developments that may impact regulatory programs.
  • Review and assess surveillance alerts to help ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Draft circulars and educational materials related to rules and rule interpretations.
  • Assist with various corporate governance matters such as scheduling board meetings, drafting resolutions and preparing minutes.

Your Powerful Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree, required;
  • 3+ years of previous compliance experience in a regulated environment, required;
  • Compliance experience working in the energy space covering physical and financial transactions dealing with power and natural gas, preferred;
  • Compliance experience covering FERC and the CFTC regulatory requirements, preferred;
  • Experience dealing with the independent system operators (ISOs) or regional transmission organizations (RTOs) such as ERCOT, PJM, NYISO, etc., preferred;
  • Capable of working independently;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Advantegous but not a must

  • 5-7 years of previous compliance experience in a regulated environment
  • Master's Degree

Our Offer

You'll enjoy a great culture, competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and a benefits package including:

  • Salary Range of $85,000 - $130,000
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Commuter benefits
  • Open & diverse company culture
  • Collaboration with offices around the globe and potential for domestic & international travel
  • Flexible work schedule to allow for great Work/Life Balance

rwe.com/career

Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 87819

Any questions? Patrycja Bartela, patrycja.bartela@rwe.com (Recruiting)

We look forward to meeting you!

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Supply & Trading is the interface between RWE and the energy markets around the world. Approximately 2000 employees from over 50 different countries trade (renewable) electricity, (green) gas, commodities and CO2 emission allowances. The trading entity also ensures the commercial optimisation of RWE's power plant dispatch and markets electricity from renewables.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA; Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: RWE_Renewable-87819-en_GB
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Holiday Events
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program