U.S. Regulatory Advisor

Job description

Segment

Integrated Supply & Trading
Role synopsis

·  This Regulatory Analyst role is part of the larger Regulatory team of BP's North America marketing and trading business (referred to as North America Gas & Power or NAGP), responsible for monitoring regulatory and legislative developments, filings and proposals to identify issues and trends that may impact NAGP's commercial businesses.
·  The market environment continues to change in North America and around the world, with constantly changing regulations/policies affecting our physical businesses as well as our financial derivatives offer. The successful candidate will have a high degree of interest in public policy development and its impact on BP's businesses, and the flexibility to handle an ever-changing array of assignments
·  This role provides an excellent development opportunity for a high performing individual who is looking to build a deeper understanding of NAGP's business. It requires a strong network across Commercial teams (Origination, Transportation & Operations) as well as regulatory and marketing/analytics peers across BP's global marketing and trading business (referred to as Trading and Supply) and the broader BP organization.
Req ID

79412BR
Location

United States - Texas - Houston
Is this a part time position?

No
Relocation available

Negotiable
Travel required

Yes - up to 10%
Key accountabilities

·  Assist with monitoring of regulatory and policy developments at federal and state agencies (ie. FERC, DOE, State Public Utility Commissions, CFTC re: Dodd-Frank), summarizing significant developments and disseminating the information as appropriate
·  Oversight and responsibility for maintaining compliance filing management system (CFMS); includes monitoring for all required filings & licenses, managing notification system for all regulatory reporting requirements and assisting with filing applications for permits/licenses required for BP Energy Company's business
·  Develop working relationships with Commercial and Finance & Risk teams to understand new business activity and assess impacts to reporting requirements
·  Monitor State of Emergency declarations in key state/federal jurisdictions, maintain appropriate distribution lists and disseminate information as appropriate
·  Support broader team initiative of collaborating across Trading and Supply North America businesses by engaging with Oil Regulatory and Communications & External Affairs peers
·  Assist in preparing internal and external presentations/materials as required
Essential Education

Minimum of a bachelor's degree
Desirable criteria and qualifications

·  Understanding of legislative and administrative US governmental processes (Canadian understanding is an additional benefit)
About BP

Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

Integrated Supply & Trading (IST) is BP's face to the traded markets for BP in oil, gas, power, chemicals and finance. IST's role is to enhance Group value through distinctive supply, commodity trading, risk management and information technology skills underpinned by a world class finance, control and compliance infrastructure. IST has a dynamic and highly skilled workforce, which creates value by combining analysis and commercial innovation with the material asset base of BP.

IST's North America Gas and Power (NAGP) business unit handles the supply and trading of natural gas and power in the North American energy market. Its business model is based on the growth of customer-facing businesses, underpinned by BP's supply position, web of interconnected assets, and world-class trading capabilities. The growth agenda is delivered through marketing and origination activities, as well as optimization and acquisition of strategic regional aggregator businesses.

IST fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud of our stance on fairness, equal opportunity and meritocracy, which focuses on all of our employees reaching their full potential.
Application close date

17-Mar-2017
Sub-category

Public, Government & Regulatory Affairs
Job category

Communications & External Affairs
Countries (State/Region)

United States - Texas
Disclaimer

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Desired profile

Essential experience and job requirements

·  Experience with and understanding of energy commodities (power, natural gas, natural gas liquids) and regulatory policies
·  Strong analytical and problem solving skills
·  Strong writing and presentation skills, including a proficiency with Microsoft products and other desktop applications/publication software, database management
·  Ability to read and assimilate copious amounts of material and summarize into key insights
·  Ability to research public policy issues and sum up succinctly for business leaders
·  Intellectual curiosity about the regulatory/policies affecting North America Gas and Power's marketing & trading businesses
Other Requirements (eg Travel, Location)

There are no additional requirements. Please respond with N/A below.
Eligibility Requirements

If you are applying for a position in the United States, you must be at least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States; and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., TN, H1B status), now or in the future.