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Join the Market Leader in Electric Power Data and Analytics Solutions

The electrical grid is the largest and most complicated machine ever built. Yes Energy’s industry-leading electric power trading analytics software provides real-time visibility into the massive amount of data generated by the North American electrical grid daily. Our unique and innovative view of the data informs real-time trading decisions and mid-to-long-term investment decisions that keep utility prices low, support the energy transition, and keep the grid running. It’s both challenging work and work with a purpose.

Be a part of our successful, growing business during international transformation.

Position Summary:

We’re looking for a reporter to cover Canadian power markets, with a focus on regulatory and policy developments in Ontario and Alberta. This role centers on coverage of the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO), along with relevant provincial and federal agencies. This is a reporting role first and foremost- you’ll be expected to follow developments closely, break down complex issues, and deliver clear, timely coverage for a professional audience. The position is remote, with occasional travel to Canada (approximately once per quarter) to cover key meetings and events.

Position Details:

• Salary range:  $70,000 - $90,000
• Location:  Remote
• Full-time
• Reporting to: Senior Vice President, Editorial

Primary Responsibilities:

• Cover Canadian power markets, with a focus on regulatory and policy activity in Ontario and Alberta.
• Monitor proceedings from IESO, AESO, utility commissions, and government agencies.
• Write clear, concise, and insightful articles for a professional, subscription-based audience.
• Develop sources and conduct interviews with regulators, market participants, and industry stakeholders.
• Attend (virtually and in person) regulatory meetings, technical conferences, and industry events.
• Work closely with editors to identify important developments and shape ongoing coverage.
• Track and report on broader trends, including energy transition, decarbonization, and resource adequacy.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of reporting experience (energy, policy, business, or related beats preferred).
• Strong reporting and writing skills, with the ability to quickly produce accurate, engaging copy.
• Ability to understand and explain technical or policy-heavy material.
• Self-directed and comfortable working on deadline.
• Familiarity with energy regulation or power markets is a plus.

At Yes Energy, we value connecting directly with candidates. We kindly ask that third-party recruiters and agencies not submit resumes, as we are not open to external recruiting partnerships.

About Yes Energy 

Overview 

Yes Energy delivers real-time market data and electric power trading decision solutions. Over 1,000 market participants use Yes Energy solutions daily. The business is a leader in all aspects of information content collection and management, developing and delivering data and market analytics solutions. Since its inception in 2008, Yes Energy has become a trusted and respected supplier of innovative and reliable solutions focused on the needs of power market analysts, traders, and trade managers. Yes Energy has a team of amazing professionals across the United States, Europe, and Asia. 

Culture

Yes Energy has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Colorado, and we have the culture to prove it. At Yes Energy, we care about saying “Yes” to customers. We like to listen, learn, and develop solutions that align with their needs. We think about customers as business partners, and when we help them be more successful … we are more successful, too.

Around the office, our culture is driven by some pretty fundamental values that we’re proud of:

• We love innovation and solving tough challenges.
• We are “high standards people” who combine passion and pride with hard work and rewards of all kinds- with a consistent ethic across the company.
• We’re team-focused with a flat hierarchy. We work in small teams on well-defined projects that directly impact the business's success.
• We play to each person's strengths and experience while each of us also works along a continuum of roles adjacent to our focus area. This presents the challenge of maintaining a broad set of skills and an opportunity to learn and contribute in many ways. 
• We are constantly growing. Professional development happens every day and every year.

 At Yes Energy, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer highly competitive salaries and real bonuses that are achievable and that you can impact. Our benefits package is also very competitive, including medical insurance, a 401 (k) Plan with matching, flexible vacation, and flexible work schedules. Yes Energy encourages and funds investment in both formal and informal professional development. 

In accordance with Colorado law, the range provided is Yes Energy’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower based on non-discriminatory factors such as location, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

Yes Energy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Yes Energy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.