Manager, Regulatory Policy and Stakeholder Engagement (hybrid schedule)

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.).  Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.   Role and Scope of Position:  Responsible for implementing strategic regulatory initiatives and working with key regulatory stakeholders that enable the development of strong regulatory policy and drive regulatory successes.  Additionally, works with various internal departments across the Company to ensure that regulatory filings and external facing documents are in alignment with regulatory policy positioning and that the priorities and input from key regulatory stakeholders are communicated and are carefully considered in internal business decision making. This role serves as a key liaison between the company and external stakeholders, helping to advance regulatory outcomes, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and support the company's long-term strategy.   Manager, Regulatory Policy and Stakeholder Engagement Essential Functions:  Regulatory & Stakeholder Relations Develop and maintain productive, credible relationships with state regulatory agencies, government officials, consumer advocates, trade associations, industry groups, and other key stakeholders. Represent the company in meetings, working groups, industry forums, and stakeholder engagement activities. Serve as a trusted company representative and ambassador with external audiences. Build coalitions and identify opportunities for collaboration on strategic regulatory and policy initiatives. Strategic Regulatory Support Monitor and assess regulatory proceedings, legislative developments, and policy initiatives that may impact the company. Provide internal awareness regarding stakeholder perspectives, regulatory trends, and emerging risks. Support development and execution of regulatory strategies aligned with company objectives. Evaluates regulatory and industry trends, working with cross-functional internal teams to ensure regulatory positions improve the Company’s regulatory relations. Provides prompt and accurate information to regulators and provides regulatory guidance to the business regarding what regulators and stakeholders support. Reviews informational responses that will be submitted to regulators to ensure that it conforms with regulatory affairs strategy. Works closely with internal and external partners on regulatory concepts related to emerging policy issues. Works directly with internal subject matter experts, to ensure regulatory strategy is implemented and helps to coordinate cross-functional support across Eversource on major regulatory dockets. Participates in Emergency Response Activations.   Relationship Management Establish and maintain strong working relationships across the utility and energy industry. Support the development of stakeholder engagement plans for priority initiatives and regulatory matters Identify and proactively address stakeholder concerns before they become business risks. Foster trust, credibility, and transparency in all stakeholder interactions.   Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications: Technical Knowledge/Skill: Excellent interpersonal skills are critical to this role. Organizational skills are necessary to lead multiple projects. Experience with building key relationships (externally and internally) and building credibility with key influencers is a priority. Must have a thorough understanding of the policy initiative Regulators support. A leader comfortable with a high degree of accountability and influence in a diversified business environment. Demonstrate an open, honest communication style and make fact-driven decisions. Results-oriented, decisive, proactive and a change leader within the organization. With both an eye for analytics and the ability to focus on the broader landscape, other specific qualifications include: Strong analytical skills including