Compliance Specialist - Power Trading

We’re representing a well-established, international energy trading firm with an expanding presence in the U.S. power and gas markets. They’re looking to hire a Compliance Specialist to support their U.S. power trading platform, building and owning day-to-day regulatory and market compliance coverage across the major ISOs/RTOs and relevant exchanges, and partnering closely with Trading, Risk, and leadership.

This opportunity offers a rare mix of big-company backing and stability with the pace, visibility, and influence of a startup-style buildout. It presents a unique chance to step in and help shape the compliance systems as the business expands across North American power markets, playing a vital role in a dynamic and rapidly evolving environment.

Overview of the role:

• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements across major US wholesale electricity markets, including ERCOT, PJM, MISO, NYISO, SPP, and ISO-NE.
• Act as a key point of contact for regulatory and compliance matters, providing guidance to trading and operational teams.
• Monitor regulatory updates, support internal compliance processes, and assist with audits and reporting activities.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance and ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Required experience and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Energy, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in compliance within power, energy, or financial trading sectors.
• Deep understanding of US power and gas market regulations, including ISO/RTOs and energy exchanges.
• Familiarity with FERC, CFTC, PUCT, and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Excellent communication skills and proactive approach.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work within a high-growth environment backed by the stability of a large, well-established international power trading and dealer house.
• Collaborative international team.
• Continuous professional development.