Program Manager - Compliance Governance, Utility Operations

the Client•Oakland, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

You will provide strategic and tactical guidance on enhancing the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of various foundational elements within the client's compliance program framework. You will apply deep technical knowledge of compliance, risk management, and quality assurance to ensure consistent interpretation and application of compliance program maturity standards across Electric Compliance sub-functions and key partner teams. You partner closely with Electric leaders to evaluate compliance maturity performance, perform gap analyses to identify gaps and develop mitigation plans. You lead key compliance management workstreams that enable Electric coworkers to conduct business in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards, and to identify, manage, and mitigate risk. You will help strengthen Electric's compliance program by guiding program development, monitoring, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Proven ability to design and lead implementation of compliance governance models that drive operational alignment and accountability
Strong understanding of utility operations and asset management , with the ability to translate regulatory expectations into field-executable strategy
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional, high-impact initiatives through risk-based planning, change leadership, and strategic execution
Executive communication skills and presence, with experience delivering high-impact presentations and updates to senior leadership and external stakeholders
Ability to align compliance strategy with enterprise goals, influencing direction across functions through collaboration, insight, and strategic clarity
Strong problem-solving, project/change management, and communication skills
Deep knowledge of utility regulatory frameworks (e.g., CPUC, FERC, NERC, WECC) and how they inform enterprise compliance strategy
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (required)
6 years of related experience or equivalent with steady progression of responsibilities
Demonstrated track record of success and a steady increase in scope and responsibility while working for large companies

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in engineering, economics, business administration, or job-related field (desired)

Responsibilities

Provide strategic guidance, coaching, and hands-on support to Electric sub-functions to strengthen and mature the compliance program and improve performance
Develop innovative tools and solutions to support/improve compliance program maturity
Assess Electric sub-function compliance programs
Perform compliance validation activities and testing controls for design and operating effectiveness
Support the development and implementation of Electric's Compliance Controls Program by providing expert advisory support to cross-functional partners (operations, engineering, SMEs, compliance support teams) to strengthen controls, evidence capture, process consistency, and develop compliance metrics
Lead or support maintaining a complete and accurate inventory of regulatory requirements, including identifying requirement owners, and mapping requirement to guidance documents, controls, and trainings
Perform and oversee analysis of compliance metrics, evidence, and documentation to identify gaps, trends, and areas for improvement
Develop and/or support maintenance of guidance documents, procedures, templates, and job aids that support compliance maturity
Identify new or changing regulatory, operational, or risk concerns that may impact maturity expectations and recommends updates to programs or tools
Conduct and support compliance reviews with Electric sub-function leaders, facilitating compliance assessments and recommending corrective actions aligned to regulatory requirements and risk priorities
Prepare and deliver clear, executive-ready reports and briefings on compliance maturity performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Serve as a subject matter expert on compliance program maturity practices, supporting knowledge sharing/benchmarking across the organization
Evaluate and analyze regulatory requirement and internal commitment challenges to determine extent of condition and remediation efforts
Develop and present program challenges and program improvement recommendations to directors and officers
Work independently with minimal guidance on complex risk and compliance issues with critical impact
Develop and coordinate preparation of presentation materials for various levels of management up to and including senior vice president
Work autonomously with all levels of leadership (up to and including senior vice president) across functions to influence decisions around risk and compliance issues
Lead and develop materials for training and educating coworkers about compliance management principles
Assist with other compliance-related projects and activities as directed