Knowledge Specialist

As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for a Regulatory Specialist. Supporting our Global Market Access (GMA) team, the role is ideal for a self-starter and energetic professional with the drive and ability to grow and maintain our knowledge of Grid Code Compliance, Renewable Energy Sector and Distributed Energy Resources (DER),  with a focus on Grid Code Market requirements. 

As a Grid Code Regulatory Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with grid codes and regulatory requirements internationally, supporting our prestigious Customers to access global markets. You will play a crucial role in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and implementing solutions that meet industry requirements. 

Although the role is hybrid and based at our Carugate (Milan) or Barcelona or Madrid office three times per week, this is a truly excellent opportunity to make a significant impact Globally by shaping the future of the Renewable energy and Sustainability.

As a UL GMA Knowledge Specialist, you will:

• Own Program(s)/Scheme(s) where UL is operating or main point of contact with authorities/UL partners to obtain and necessary knowledge and regulatory requirements to identify GMA business opportunities, define action items to execute and track result related to them.
• Act as main point of contact for delivering knowledge solutions to be PoC for key customers.
• Hold transversal knowledge in GMA schemes, requirements to support COUs needs and business expansion.
• Be the key expert contact for compliance requirements required to access to multiple countries and/or programs
• Track regulatory trends and communicate upcoming regulatory changes
• Identify business opportunity and translate them in a simple manner to stakeholders from COU
• Lead actions related to GMA business expansion scope, track opportunity and business results from COUs
• Support for transversal knowledge of GMA schemes, multiple countries, requirements, areas of regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of evolving grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements in various markets.
• Gap Analysis: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify gaps between existing infrastructure and regulatory mandates.
• Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies to ensure compliance with grid codes while optimizing operational efficiency.
• Regulatory Guidance: Provide  regulatory guidance to project teams on requirements and best practices.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare documentation,  analysis and compliance filings required by regulatory authorities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to address compliance challenges and advocate for industry interests.
• Training and Awareness: Conduct training sessions to enhance organizational awareness of grid code requirements and compliance protocols.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance processes and mitigate regulatory risks

• University Degree (Equivalent to Bachelor's degree) in Electrical or Energy Engineering or solid technical or business experience in Renewable Energy DER/Inverter or a related industry field.
• Knowledge of Grid Code Compliance, Renewable Energy Sector and Distributed Energy Resources (DER), standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong written and  verbal English  languages communication skills, additional language skills can be a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Excellent in communication, able to summarize requirements and describe with easy word difficult concept, network builder
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations and assess their impact on business operations.
• Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate regulatory trends and proactively address compliance challenges.

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