Sr Analyst-Policy & Regulatory

A. About the Role:

• Candidate shall be able to assist in execution of assignments in Regulatory, Policy, Tariff, or Commercial related matters pertaining to Generation, Transmission and Distribution Utilities.
• The person will be responsible for the preparation of papers/ concepts on initiative/ projects, assessment of the initiative/ project, internal feasibility of the project etc. Advising on the Amendments in the different Regulations, Acts, Policies, and Plan etc and periodic review of regulatory developments in SERC / CERC/ CEA/ MOP. Power point presentations for clients top management to represent in the webinars/Seminars.
• The person will be responsible for preparation of MYT Tariff and other Petitions to be filed before the SERC/ CERC for Generation, Distribution and Transmission companies and Processing of Tariff petitions from SERC side. Though an entry level, Analyst/Sr. Analyst is an important position in the Company, who will be a part of the dynamic, high performing team within our Management Consulting division.

B. List down the detailed set of expectations from the role:

The Analyst/Sr. Analyst will be reporting to the Project Leader, the key (broadly indicative) expectations shall be as under:

• Stay updated on energy policies, regulations, and incentives, particularly related to power generation, power purchase, renewable energy, etc.
• Analyze policy implications, assess their impact on project development, and provide recommendations to clients.
• Work closely with clients to understand their requirements, provide consulting services, and deliver solutions aligned with their objective of the assignment.
• Assist in client presentations, prepare reports, and effectively communicate findings and recommendations.
• Preparation of ARR/ MYT Tariff Petitions from utility side or processing petitions from SERCs side for preparation of Tariff orders.
• Conduct comprehensive research on the power sector, renewable energy policies, market trends, and competitive landscape. Analyze data, gather insights, and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Support in execution of projects in co-ordination with team leader and team members, ensuring submission of quality deliverables within timelines.
• Building client relationships, identify business opportunities from new and existing clients, assist in creation of project proposals and cost estimates, preparing client presentations.
• Co-ordination with various sections/department of Client for smooth execution of assignments.
• Client interactions/ discussions/ meetings whenever necessary, give feedback on matters affecting the Client;

C. Required skill set

• Should be able to do multi-tasking on assignments and be able to deliver in typical consulting environment.
• Should have experience in financial/tariff modelling of Power.
• Should have experience in working on policy, regulations, tariff matters, regulatory due-diligence, PPA approvals etc. for Govt/ Private power developers/companies.
• Should have assisted multiple power sector clients such as Private/ State/ Central Generators/ Electricity Regulatory Commissions, Government & Private Power Utilities, electricity consumer associations.
• Should be updated about the latest trends/changes in the power sector regulatory scenario including the new policy notifications, Electricity Act Amendments, new Regulations, key judgements of higher courts, etc.
• Should have Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Should have Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Should have Excellent interpersonal skills to manage both internal as well as external stakeholders.
• Should have Excellent ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Should be proficient in data analysis and presentation tools.
• Should be an Expert in conducting research.

D. Education and Experience

• B.E/B.Tech or MBA (Finance/Power Management) or CA
• Atleast 2 years of relevant experience in a reputed consulting firm/Generation Utilities/SERCs/Think tanks
• Experience of multiple assignments in Policy and Regulatory and mainly worked on Tariff filing of Generating company

E. Work Location

• Mumbai
• Applicant should be open to travel within country to manage Projects. He/ She should also be willing to relocate (if required) to other locations within country based on project requirements.

F. Remuneration Structure

• We offer a motivation based and competitive reward package.