Planning & Regulatory Analyst

The Regulatory Affairs Analyst at Southern Communications Services, Inc. (Southern Linc/Southern Telecom) supports the development and execution of public policy strategies aligned with the company’s strategic goals. Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs Manager, this role analyzes and interprets federal and state regulations, monitors legislative and regulatory developments, and prepares research, summaries, and briefings to inform internal decision-making.

The Analyst assists in developing policy positions and advocacy strategies, supports engagement with regulatory agencies and government stakeholders, and coordinates with internal teams to ensure alignment and compliance. The role also tracks policy activity, prepares reports for leadership, and helps maintain key stakeholder relationships while building expertise in communications policy issues impacting Southern Linc and Southern Telecom, while also identifying potential implications for the larger Southern Company business.

Major responsibilities:

• Track, analyze, and summarize assigned federal and state legislative and regulatory developments affecting Southern Linc/Southern Telecom and its affiliate businesses, including impact assessments and recommendations for internal stakeholders.

• Conduct research and analysis to support advocacy positions, policy strategies, position papers, presentations, comment filings, and other advocacy materials.

• Support compliance with applicable federal and state regulatory requirements by preparing and tracking assigned filings, maintaining internal tracking systems, and coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Collaborate with the External Affairs team, internal business units, and external trade associations or stakeholder groups to support policy initiatives and advocacy efforts.

o Provide regular updates on regulatory proceedings, industry trends, and policy developments.

Education

o Bachelor’s degree required in political science, public policy, communications, business, economics, law, or a related field

o Advanced degree preferred (e.g., MPA, MBA, JD, or master’s in public policy/regulatory affairs) but not required.

Experience

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs, government affairs, public policy, compliance, legal/regulatory research, or a related field.

• Experience monitoring and analyzing federal and/or state regulatory or legislative activity.

• Experience preparing briefings, summaries, reports, or compliance-related materials for internal stakeholders.

• Experience working in the telecommunications or electric utility field a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with federal and state regulatory processes, including agency filings, legislative tracking, and compliance requirements

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, competing priorities, and tracking systems

• Ability to build productive, professional relationships and work effectively across internal and affiliate business units, including with senior leaders, to support advocacy and business goals

• Knowledge of issues and trends related to the company and electric utility industry preferred

• Candidate must model company values of safety first, unquestionable trust, superior performance and total commitment with strong teamwork skills and demonstrated ability to work with different levels of management and employees

• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and advocacy skills, including the ability to translate complex regulatory issues into clear business implications

• Thirst for knowledge and to be a “student of the business” in an evolving industry environment