Lead Analyst - Clean Energy Programs

Lead Analyst - Clean Energy Programs

Reports to: Senior Manager - Clean Energy Policy

Reports in office to: Binghamton, NY / Rochester, NY/ Orange, CT

The salary range for this position is dependent on location and experience level ranging from $106,000- $132,500

What We Offer:

Competitive benefits and growth opportunities

Generous performance‑based bonuses

12% 401(k) match

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development and clear career advancement pathways

For more information please visit: Benefits - Avangrid

Job Summary

The Lead Analyst - Clean Energy Policy supports the development and execution of Avangrid Networks’ Energy Transition strategy across New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Maine. This role provides policy, regulatory, analytical, and project management leadership in support of electrification, long-term energy planning, grid modernization, demand-side resources, and emerging clean energy technologies.

The position serves as a key contributor in advancing clean energy programs, regulatory initiatives, and strategic planning efforts across Avangrid Networks. Responsibilities include conducting policy research and analysis, supporting regulatory filings and proceedings, developing strategic recommendations and executive communications, monitoring industry and policy developments, and coordinating cross-functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The Lead Analyst helps ensure successful implementation of Energy Transition initiatives and supports the achievement of company and state clean energy goals and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of Avangrid Networks’ Energy Transition strategy, including electrification, grid modernization, demand-side resources, long-term energy planning, and emerging clean energy technologies.
• Lead the coordination of clean energy programs, pilots, and other Energy Transition efforts.
• Contribute to regulatory filings, long-term plans, climate compliance activities, and related documentation in collaboration with key internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate and support the development of rate case testimony, and assist with the management, distribution, and response to information requests throughout regulatory proceedings.
• Facilitate the integration of Energy Transition programs and initiatives into applicable business areas, ensuring effective handoff and operational ownership.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to support alignment across jurisdictions, business areas, and Energy Transition priorities.
• Collaborate with regulators, government agencies, industry organizations, municipalities, customers, and other external stakeholders to advance Energy Transition objectives.
• Conduct benchmarking and research on utility and industry best practices, identifying opportunities to incorporate learnings into Energy Transition strategy and program development.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators, scorecards and reporting tools to track progress toward Energy Transition objectives and deliverables.
• Prepare presentations, briefing materials, strategic analyses, and executive communications to inform leadership decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
• Monitor and assess clean energy policy, regulatory, market, and technology developments, providing strategic analysis, actionable insights, and subject matter expertise to support leadership decision-making and business partner objectives.
• Avangrid employees are assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency are expected to fulfill their assigned role.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Energy Management, Business, or a related field of study, and a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective written communication, including preparation of reports and presentations.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working within a matrixed organization across geographically dispersed teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Business Administration (MBA), Economics, Energy Management, or a related field.
• Prior experience in a regulated electric and/or gas utility environment.
• Knowledge of energy policy and regulatory frameworks in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and/or Maine.
• Familiarity with utility industry trends, clean energy technologies, and decarbonization strategies.
• Advanced organizational and process management skills.
• Professional certification in project management (e.g. PMP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data analysis tools.