Senior Advisor, Market Compliance

WHO WE ARE

Our Power, Your Possibilities

At TransAlta, we don’t just generate electricity-we generate opportunity.  As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.S., and Australia.  Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

We believe in the power of purpose, the strength of collaboration, and the value of continuous learning.  If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic industry, you bring the energy - we’ll provide the platform.

ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Senior Advisor, Market Compliance within TransAlta’s Legal Compliance team. Reporting to the Manager, Market Compliance, this role is focused on ensuring compliance with policies and market requirements for both the Energy Trading & Marketing division as well as the Operation and Growth divisions within the organisation. 

As an empowered and effective compliance professional, the Senior Advisor will implement and deliver TransAlta’s compliance program and its controls-based governance structure, applying preventative, detective, responsive and corrective controls to help prevent, detect, and deter misconduct related to market rules.  The role has primary oversight of TransAlta’s current generation operations while also supporting material changes, growth projects and acquisitions to ensure market requirements are understood and met as the business evolves. 

This position is based out of our Downtown Calgary Head Office, with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Provide authoritative guidance to Operations and Commercial teams on market rule requirements across all deregulated electricity markets in which TransAlta operates (including Alberta, Ontario and U.S. markets).
• Lead market compliance due diligence for growth projects and acquisitions, identifying applicable requirements and ensuring timely evidence of compliance.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with ISOs and regulatory enforcement bodies, managing relationships and regulatory engagement.
• Maintain and enforce a robust compliance program, including policies, procedures and training designed to prevent contraventions and mitigate recurrence.
• Design and implement detective controls, including monitoring, audits and self‑checks, to proactively identify potential non‑compliance.
• Lead responses to potential compliance issues, including investigations, self‑reporting, regulatory inquiries and remediation activities.
• Consistently exercise independent judgement and demonstrate the strength to challenge or stop operational or commercial activities where compliance cannot be assured.
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Regulatory, Operations, Energy Trading & Marketing, IT and project teams to interpret rules, manage change and embed compliance into day‑to‑day activities.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing timely, practical and risk‑based guidance in response to frequent ad‑hoc and real‑time compliance questions.

ABOUT YOU

• An undergraduate degree in engineering, economics or business is required; a graduate degree or relevant professional designation would be considered an asset.
• A minimum of five years of experience in electricity markets, ideally with direct exposure to power generation operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of market rules, regulatory frameworks and compliance considerations impacting generation assets across multiple fuel types, including thermal, hydro, wind, solar and battery storage.
• Previous experience in a compliance, regulatory, market operations or risk-focused role within a deregulated electricity market environment.
• Experience supporting or interacting with real-time generation operations, including offers, availability, outages and test submissions to ISOs, is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to interpret complex market rules and apply them in a practical, business‑focused manner.
• Strong judgement and credibility to provide independent advice, challenge decisions where required, and influence outcomes across operational, commercial and cross‑functional teams.

THE PERKS

• Competitive salary
• Annual and long-term incentives available for select roles
• Company-matching pension plan
• Flexible health benefits for you and your family
• Generous vacation and personal days
• Learning and development programs
• Employee recognition and rewards
• Annual wellness payment

Explore our Employee Experience Booklet on our Careers site to see how we support your growth and wellbeing www.transalta.com/careers

OUR CULTURE

At TransAlta, we’re driven by a Culture of Results, Learning, and Purpose. We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.

Ready to Power Up With Us? Excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply.  Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks appropriate to the role and may include criminal record, education and employment verification or credit checks.  ‘Safety sensitive positions’ will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those progressing will be contacted.