Job DescriptionWGL - Advisor, Strategy & PlanningWe are seeking an analytical, business-minded professional to join our Utilities team as an Advisor, Strategy & Planning. In this role, you will support the development, execution, and performance management of our Utilities business strategy while partnering with leaders across the organization to transform complex data into actionable insights. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker who enjoys solving business problems, working with large datasets, influencing decision-making, and helping leadership navigate an evolving business environment.
What You'll Do- Support the annual and multi-year strategic planning process for the Utilities business
- Translate business objectives into measurable goals, initiatives, and performance metrics
- Monitor progress against strategic priorities and identify areas requiring attention or intervention
- Help communicate strategic priorities and drive alignment across the organization
- Analyze business, customer, operational, regulatory, and financial performance trends
- Conduct in-depth analyses to uncover root causes, identify opportunities, and evaluate emerging risks
- Develop recommendations and mitigation strategies to support business decisions
- Support scenario planning, forecasting, and business case development
- Build and maintain executive, business unit, and functional performance dashboards
- Monitor leading and lagging indicators to support informed decision-making
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate reporting processes
- Prepare executive-ready presentations, reporting, and strategic recommendations
- Partner closely with Finance, Operations, Regulatory, Customer Experience, Growth, and other key stakeholders
- Support special projects and strategic initiatives that advance Utilities business objectives
What You'll Bring- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, or a related discipline
- 2-7 years of experience in strategy, analytics, management consulting, corporate planning, utility operations, finance, or a related field
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with large, complex datasets and translating findings into practical business recommendations
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in the utility, energy, infrastructure, or other regulated industries
- Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence and dashboarding tools
- MBA, CFA, or another relevant professional designation
Why Join?- Play a visible role in shaping strategy and business performance for a critical Utilities business.
- Work directly with senior leaders to influence priorities, decisions, and strategic initiatives
- Gain broad exposure across Finance, Operations, Regulatory, Customer Experience, and Growth functions
- Solve meaningful business challenges through data-driven insights and strategic analysis
- Join a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and long-term growth
The role offers a competitive salary range of $114,200 to $166,450 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, this position is eligible for our Short-Term Incentive compensation program. Employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and wellness coverage, retirement savings programs, and paid time off.
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