This position provides support to the regulatory affairs department in day-to-day responsibilities as well as rate case management and strategic initiatives. This role will manage compliance and reconciliation filings, manage rate case and other filing data request processes, conduct analysis for regulatory matters and legislative proposals, research, track and complete internal management updates, and engage with ICC Staff on daily matters. **Functional Expertise:** + Manage the discovery review process for regulatory filings and rate cases. + Project manage regulatory filings and initiatives working cross-functionally to secure information and/or supporting other regulatory team members + Conduct industry related research and financial data analysis as needed to support regulatory initiatives and filings. Research may be IL admin code specific, industry related regulatory filings, or financial analysis. + Assists in the drafting and coordination of witness testimony for regulatory filings + Manages the on-line filing system of regulatory filings and information, and electronic filing/case management database. + Conducts internal reporting of on-going regulatory activity and maintains the calendar for the Regulatory Affairs team. **Business Acumen:** + Proven ability to independently manage, plan, organize and prioritize detailed aspects of several projects/issues simultaneously + Analytical and problem-solving skills + Demonstrated ability to work with financial reports, track financial data, and evaluate metrics. + High organized and detail oriented. + Knowledge of utility rate regulation. + Energy industry experience **Engagement:** • Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on regulatory initiatives and projects • Demonstrates a high degree of personal engagement when resolving problems / planning activities. • Represents Department with professionalism on the phone, in person, and in writing. **Driving Results:** + Provides high-level support to the regulatory affairs team to ensure timely and accurate filing of matters and compliance with regulatory orders. + Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communicate skills. + Optimizes project flows by identifying process improvements and implementing changes. **Qualifications** **Education, Certifications/Licenses:** Required: + B.S./B.A. Business/Business Administration or other bachelor’s degree with relevant work experience **Related Work Experience** Required: + 1 to 2 years conducting data analysis, coordinating projects or related program management. Preferred: + 1 to 2 years of experience professional experience in rates, accounting, finance, operations, government affairs, community affairs or regulatory arena preferably in the energy sector. **Specific Skills& Knowledge:** Required: + High proficiency at MS Word, SharePoint, MS Excel and PowerPoint. **Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:** TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: + Infrequent Traveler (0-5% travel): The incumbent may be required to travel on a very limited basis to the Public Service Commission or for other related meetings. Trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights. PHYSICAL DEMANDS + Office environment WORK ENVIRONMENT + Will the incumbent(s) in this position be exposed to the following ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS? If one or more of the following statements applies to the position, transfer (cut and paste) to the job description. + The incumbent works in an office environment. **Disclaimer:** This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities. **About Southern Company Gas** Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com . Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 9324 Job Category: Government & Regulatory Affairs Job Schedule: Full time Company: Nicor Gas Pay Range: $75,374.00 - $118,444.70 USD null: Base salary varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, and at the time of this posting, this is the reasonable salary range for this role.