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NextEra Energy , Inc.

Senior Director of Compliance, EverBright

NextEra Energy , Inc., North Palm Beach, Florida, United States, 33408


Senior Director of Compliance, EverBright

Date:

Nov 1, 2024

Location(s):

Juno Beach, FL, US, 33408

Company:

NextEra Energy

is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

Position Specific Description

EverBright is a leading residential clean energy solutions provider. We offer a platform that designs, proposes, and finances solar and storage projects nationwide. By combining finance and technology, EverBright provides customers with an all-in-one solution for powering their carbon-neutral homes. Our mission is to be the driving force in the decarbonization of our planet by delivering accurate solar designs, affordable and flexible financing options, and the best service possible.

EverBright is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Director of Compliance. This role is crucial in ensuring that EverBright operates within legal frameworks and adheres to regulatory requirements while enhancing our commitment to ethical practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Management

Oversee the Compliance department, providing strategic direction and leadership.

Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures that align with EverBright’s mission and regulatory requirements.

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compliance professionals. Opportunity to assess talent needs and build out team to 15.

Report directly to the President of EverBright and collaborate with other senior leadership to influence company-wide compliance culture.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Monitor changes in laws and regulations that might affect the organization.

Implement and oversee new regulations and changes to existing regulations.

Coordinate with various departments to ensure integrated compliance efforts.

Risk Management, Internal Controls & Audit

Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk.

Develop and implement corrective action plans to resolve problematic issues.

Coordinate activities related to internal and external audits to ensure adherence to compliance standards.

Ensure the effectiveness of EverBright's internal controls, improving processes and systems as necessary.

Prepare and present reports to senior management regarding compliance activities and emerging issues.

Maintain accurate and detailed records of compliance activities and findings.

Training & Communication

Develop educational materials and conduct training sessions for staff on compliance-related topics.

Foster a culture of compliance through effective communication and training programs

Preferred Qualifications:

12+ years of experience in compliance or related fields, with 6+ years in a leadership role.

Experience in consumer finance and/or residential solar highly desired.

Job Overview

This position directs, manages, performs and coordinates team activities related to internal and external audits of NextEra functional entities to ensure compliance with enforceable standards and resolution of any non-compliance issues. Employees in this position assist business units in the preparation and submittal of documents required for compliance, and in legal proceedings relating to compliance issues.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Interacts with compliance managers, regulatory groups and other personnel internally and at the regional and national level to build relationships, address compliance issues, develop advocacy plans and resolve problems

• Participates in groups related to operations and compliance such as drafting teams, working groups, and task forces to ensure issues and positions are adequately represented and taken into account

• Analyzes and communicates the impact of key regulatory issues related to strategic business goals and potential market impacts

• Monitors standard approval processes at the applicable regional, federal and national level and participate in workshop panels and submit comments as required

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

• Experience: 12+ years

• Supervisor/Management Experience: 6+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickto learn more.

Employee Group:

Exempt

Employee Type:

Full Time

Job Category:

Compliance

Organization:

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC

Relocation Provided:

Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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