Regulatory Specialist

Canada's Ocean Supercluster

Canada's Ocean Supercluster

Legal

Halifax, NS, Canada

Posted on May 13, 2026
The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Corporate Regulatory Affairs

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Closing Date: May 26, 2026

We are currently looking for a Regulatory Specialist to join our Corporate Regulatory Affairs Team in a Permanent position.


Key elements of this role include:

  • You will be responsible for various ongoing regulatory matters and stakeholder engagement.
  • You will be responsible for working with cross-functional teams within the Company to resolve issues related to the files in your portfolio, particularly in the area of the Fuel Adjustment Mechanism.
  • You will be responsible for managing, preparing, and reviewing reports, developing internal processes, management of periodic audits and internal education sessions, attendance at formal audit interviews and meetings, organizing internal groups to meet compliance obligations and monitoring and completion of directives from the provincial regulator.
  • This position works closely with the Fuels Group on the Fuel Adjustment Mechanism Audit and is responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual filings and related processes.
  • You are expected to be or become knowledgeable about the subject matter which you are working on, and able to distill the complex, technical nature of the issues into understandable themes in order to aid in the resolution of issues that may arise.

You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.


These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

  • As the ideal candidate you will possess a bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, accounting, or engineering.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a business, audit, legal or regulatory environment.
  • This position requires great attention to detail, and you will possess excellent communication, analytical and advanced writing skills.
  • You are eager to learn and familiarize yourself with NS Power’s operations and business units as they relate to the files you are working on and to develop strong working relationships within the utility.
  • You will have the ability to work effectively and manage groups and have knowledge of general business principles.
  • Knowledge of and experience working in a regulated environment would be ideal.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by May 26th 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you.


The perks of joining our team? We offer:

  • Flexibility: Hybrid work model with one flexible remote workday.
  • Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness center, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
  • Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
  • Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
  • Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.


Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

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