Energy Trading Compliance Advisor

Shell•San Diego, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Shell is seeking an Energy Trading Compliance Advisor to join its team in San Diego, California. This role will report to the Head of Compliance Advisory, Shell Energy Americas. The position will provide support for Shell Energy’s gas, power, and environmental products origination and trading businesses, as well as Shell Renewables and the B2B energy businesses, with a focus on the markets in the U.S west region and Canada. The advisor will serve as the primary interface with commercial staff, including front-line traders and originators, operational staff, functional teams, and regional leadership, on regulatory compliance and policy-related matters, questions, and concerns. The ability to apply regulatory requirements and policy standards to a wide range of real-world scenarios is essential.

Requirements

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
At least 8 years of experience working within a commodity trading regulatory environment, preferably with knowledge of or exposure to the energy sector
Relevant knowledge of the U.S. commodities regulatory markets and applicable CFTC, FERC and other energy regulations in the energy sector is preferred
Must be comfortable speaking up, escalating concerns and can provide an independent view and voice

Responsibilities

Provide advice related to compliance with external regulations / internal requirements, or conformance with Group Standards, Manuals and Shell Trading Policies
Provide advice and guidance related to the understanding and mitigation of regulatory and compliance risks such as market manipulation, anti-trust, bribery & corruption, and money laundering
Provide input, expertise, and support in the development and execution of the Compliance Training agenda
Serve as the Compliance representative in the San Diego office and be a collaborative member of functional coordination meetings with Finance, Risk, Tax, and others, in regard to New Business Activities
Be a collaborative member of the wider global Compliance organization
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the various lines of business in Shell Trading & Supply and apply internal and external standards to commercial activity to ensure appropriate Compliance risk mitigations
Be an independent voice and provide challenge to contribute to the continuation of a culture of compliance within Trading & Supply, specifically in a non-hub location