Energy Financial Consulting Practice Leader at Raftelis

Company Description:

Raftelis provides management consulting expertise to local governments and utilities so their organizations and communities can thrive. We’ve worked with more than 700 public agencies in the last year alone. We work in all areas of management consulting including finance, assessment, communications, technology, executive services, and strategic planning.

Job Summary:

This position will be responsible for providing exceptional client service in the energy utilities industry through various multi-discipline projects, such as financial planning, cost of service, rate design, and related services. This client facing role will be responsible for business development, partnering with clients to provide solutions, and leading our emerging energy financial consulting practice.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the expansion of Raftelis’ energy financial consulting practice
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for energy financial consulting engagements
• Participate in business development and marketing activities, including but not limited to:
  • Develop tailored proposals in response to competitive RFPs for electric and gas utilities
  • Join national professional associations to understand resources, make connections, and build relationships
  • Participate in industry conferences, seminars, and forums to stay current with trends and opportunities
  • Collaborate with other Raftelis employees to understand and pursue cross selling opportunities
  • Conduct research on industry trends, market demands, and competitor analysis
• Manage client engagements by fostering key partnerships with clients, leading and expanding the team and providing excellent service.
• Analyze and implement industry’s best practices based on experience and research of market trends
• Share expertise and skills to enhance the team's knowledge and capabilities
• Deliver results in public settings to citizen community meetings, City Council/Board of Directors, and other interested stakeholders

Requirements:

• A minimum of 10+ years of experience managing consulting projects for electric and gas utility clients, with a proven track record in leading an established practice and/or developing a new practice
• Track record of business development and exceeding sales targets
• Rate consulting experience
• Experience working in public sector finance, public sector energy industry, or Investor Owned Utilities
• Critical and strategic thinking skills – the ability to formulate multiple solutions to problems, test hypotheses, and develop solutions based on analysis and client goals
• Strong team-building skills, with a focus on fostering and maintaining Raftelis' work culture
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willing and able to travel overnight as needed

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Rewards:

Working for a values-based organization focused on growth with an exceptional reputation in its industry, employees receive competitive compensation, generous bonus structure, and excellent benefits that include:

• 100% Company paid medical (50% paid dependent medical) and 100% company paid dental benefits
• Health Savings Account with company contributions
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Discretionary paid time off program and education reimbursement program
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Long term care benefits
• Pet insurance

The salary range for this position is $150k to $250k. Compensation depends on experience. Employees in this may be eligible for an annual performance bonus depending on the firm’s yearly performance and the performance of the employee. Such bonuses are not guaranteed and are at the discretion of the firm.

Additional Information:

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. Raftelis uses E-VERIFY. Raftelis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and our sincere belief in the dignity of each employee, it is our policy to prohibit discrimination or harassment based on of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, parental status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition, including but not limited to lactation, age, disability, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, volunteer rescue squad worker status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Raftelis is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Lisa Wilson, Director of Human Resources at 704-910-8961.

To learn more about Raftelis and apply, please visit www.raftelis.com.