Rates and Regulatory Associate

ScottMadden • Framingham, MA

42d • Hybrid

About The Position

ScottMadden, a premier management consulting firm, is seeking driven candidates to join our Rates and Regulatory team. This is your opportunity to apply your skills to tackle important strategic issues in the energy and water industries. ScottMadden partners with clients to deliver innovative, results-driven solutions. Our Rates & Regulatory Practice focuses on utility regulation and strategy, addressing issues such as rate design, cost allocation, decarbonization, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Two or more years of related experience supporting regulatory activities and filings, such as related to cost of capital, capital structure, rate design, rate analyses, cost allocation, and revenue requirements.
• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Math, Finance, Statistics, or a related field preferred
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills to perform in-depth analyses
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including testimony writing, and the ability to present findings clearly
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and team members
• Demonstrated initiative and eagerness to learn
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including proven ability to work with complex datasets using Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality and well-documented financial, economic and operational models using complex data sets
• Write expert witness testimony and reports for client engagements
• Benchmark utility practices to identify innovative approaches and best practices
• Conduct comprehensive research to analyze emerging regulatory trends and strategies in the gas and electric industries
• Tackle intricate ratemaking and regulatory challenges through structured problem solving, developing clear, actionable solutions for energy and utility clients
• Manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion while meeting budget expectations
• Engage directly with clients to manage day-to-day project execution and to present findings and recommendations
• Support business development initiatives, including client proposal preparation and RFP completion
• Contribute to internal firm development activities to enhance best practices and knowledge sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level