• Track developments across stakeholder groups in MISO and SPP, and work collaboratively with United team members on developing and implementing strategies to meet short and long-term policy objectives in MISO and SPP. • Work with United member companies to develop and reach consensus on policy positions on key issues. • Facilitate member calls and lead policy discussions to coalesce member input and prioritize areas of interest and engagement. • Keep members informed about developments in MISO/SPP. • Develop and file written comments and provide oral comments in stakeholder meetings on key issues that move us towards 100% advanced energy, including market reforms, generator interconnection, transmission planning, distributed energy resource and demand response participation, large load integration, and other related areas. • Work with United’s FERC leads to support comments and protests at FERC on issues related to MISO/SPP. • Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with coalition partners, allies, RTO staff, other stakeholders, and state commissioners. • Work with United communications staff to identify and seize opportunities to advance United’s advocacy goals through earned media, and showcase stories and evidence of the advanced energy resources providing value in wholesale markets. • As needed, draft press statements, write blog posts, participate in webinars and conferences, and create opportunities to showcase advanced energy. • Travel on an as needed basis (up to 30%) to stakeholder meetings at MISO/SPP, conferences, meetings, and other efforts on behalf of United. • Working with the Managing Directors of the Wholesale Markets and Central region, support United’s annual portfolio planning process to identify strategic priorities for our work. • Manage/mentor/develop Associates, Principals and Senior Principals

Assistant Director, Prospect Research Location: Swarthmore United States Apply now Job no: 495868 Work type: Full Time Location: Swarthmore Categories: Staff, Salary (Exempt), Hybrid Job Description: Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation's finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‐acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: The Swarthmore Office of Advancement manages the College's relationship with its alumni, families, and friends to further Swarthmore's commitment to intellectual rigor and creativity, nurturing of student confidence and curiosity, production of new knowledge, and inclusive excellence, among other goals. Advancement works closely with the President, faculty, and senior colleagues to foster positive and productive relationships that not only accelerate the objectives of the College but also represent meaningful and beneficial engagement for the Swarthmore community. In the office of Prospect Discovery and Development, part of the Office of Advancement, we increase fundraising effectiveness and efficiency through prospect research and prospect management. The opportunity: The Assistant Director, Prospect Research discovers, analyzes, synthesizes, summarizes, and distributes information in order to increase the identification, engagement, and solicitation of prospects by Advancement staff and College leadership. Through this work, they act as a key partner in the strategic planning and efficient operation of fundraising programs at Swarthmore College. Essential Responsibilities - Research constituents and write extensive, well-written, and visually engaging profiles for the president, Board of Managers and other staff at Swarthmore in order to bolster fundraising results and guide strategy. Some scenarios that require profiles include one-on-one meetings between a constituent and the president; small, curated donor events involving the president, such as a private dinner; planned interactions between the president and an event host or VIP speaker, among other interactions. Other related projects include researching and writing honorary degree nominee briefing documents for the President's Office in order to guide College leadership, staff, and faculty in their decisions about awarding honorary degrees. This includes acting as the department's liaison to the President's office for that project. - Discover and evaluate potential new prospects on a regular basis, evaluating their philanthropic capacity, level of engagement, inclination, and their affinity for Swarthmore. - Discover, analyze, synthesize, and summarize large volumes of biographic, business, philanthropic, and financial data, including complex financial and legal disclosures, technical and trade documents, court and tax records, corporate annual reports, SEC filings, and real property files in order to contribute to fundraising strategies for donors, campaigns, and events. Monitor, evaluate, and share constituent activity through daily news alerts on groupings of donors. Review Swarthmore College publications, Web pages, and social media accounts. Also assist in the review of national and international publications for general news and trend data that may assist in prospect research and management - Monitor constituent activity through regular review of CRM reports and dashboards. Additional Responsibilities - Assist as needed in prospect management activities, including meeting with staff who hold a portfolio of prospects - Assist Advancement staff at College events, as needed. - Serve on College or Advancement committees, as requested. - Perform other assignments as directed by the Director of Prospect Discovery and Development. - Participate in professional organizations and conferences to enhance prospect research and prospect management skills and keep updated on best practices as possible with current budgets. - Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Who you are: - Excellent writing and research skills. - Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite - Capacity for assimilating disparate data and providing analysis and recommended strategy based on findings - Excellent organizational abilities. Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle multiple and varied tasks independently, while also working collaboratively. - Skill in communicating with people, using tact and diplomacy, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. - Appreciation for the value of higher education. What you bring: Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree with three or more years of experience in prospect development or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Familiarity with Google Workspace - Familiarity with major prospect research databases, relational databases, and internet search tools. - Familiarity with a variety of other technical applications, such as fundraising databases and reporting software, and various research databases. Willingness to learn new computer and software skills as needed. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in prospect development in higher education. - Working knowledge and experience with major prospect research databases, relational databases, and internet search tools - Working knowledge and experience with Google Workspace - Familiarity with the Slate CRM The market range for this position is $65,000-$79,000 per year, which represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer. We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee's salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy.

Role Description Being a Client Service Senior Director is more than servicing clients. We are client obsessed, liquid thinkers who move at a fast pace. Change is constant. We are bold with a point of view, we value being part of a successful business, and never complacent. We make a difference every day. We build relationships based on integrity, trust, knowledge, and respect for every individual. We are problem solvers, innovators, and dreamers. We challenge the status quo. Curiosity, accountability, and positivity are key behaviors that are core in our team. We understand our client’s business and build long-lasting partnerships. We aim to exceed our client’s expectations. Our success is dependent upon an inclusive culture of team members committed to excellence. The Client Service Senior Director is a multifaceted leadership role responsible for service excellence, delivery execution, and maintaining a deep understanding of customer needs and technical requirements. This role demonstrates a strong commitment to client success by: - Ensuring delivery of all client commitments - Removing internal barriers to execution - Monitoring client satisfaction and operational KPIs - Providing clear and proactive communication - Consulting on new technical installations This is a client-facing role responsible for amplifying the voice of the customer and ensuring exceptional service delivery across two of Circana’s largest national grocery retailers. The Senior Director builds trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, engages deeply in client business priorities, and ensures flawless execution of both ad hoc and ongoing deliverables. As a leader, the Client Service Senior Director models ideal team behaviors by: - Championing change - Leading difficult conversations toward constructive outcomes - Encouraging idea sharing - Effectively resolving conflict The role leads a global team of Client Service and Operations professionals, establishes clear goals and KPIs, and drives disciplined execution through consistent use of Circana’s Daily Management System (DMS) and Leader Standard Work as part of the Complete Excellence framework. The Senior Director monitors performance, manages workflow strategically, identifies process improvement opportunities, and reinforces accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement, while providing structured feedback to upstream teams whose outputs are critical to successful client delivery. This position works closely with cross-functional global partners and retail clients to validate complex datasets, deliver analytical solutions using best-in-class technology, and manage strategic partnerships. The Senior Director serves as a subject matter expert in operational processes, client deliverables, and Point of Sale and Receipt Panel data, leveraging this expertise to inform insights, guide solution design, and ensure data integrity across all reporting outputs. The ideal candidate actively engages in client business priorities, leads the implementation of new solutions, and directs team execution accordingly. This role requires gathering and translating client requirements into clear documentation that supports the development, implementation, and delivery of analytical solutions. Strong analytical leadership is essential, including the ability to: - Coach teams in interpreting and validating large, complex datasets (e.g., POS, receipt panel, and supply chain data) - Manage data cleansing, quality control, and daily reporting routines The Senior Director is accountable for developing and leading high-performing teams and ensuring timely, high-quality client deliverables. Resource planning and workflow management are critical, requiring proactive adjustments to staffing and priorities to meet evolving business and client needs. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience - Strong leadership skills; must be able to effectively lead internal teams, be approachable, and inspire trust - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and professional etiquette - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be flexible and welcoming to change - Prompt decision maker and creative thinker, with excellent problem-solving skills - Demonstrate strong work ethic with calmness and composure in times of uncertainty - Keen operational skills; ability to recognize the opportunity for process improvement/standardization - Demonstrated expertise managing and enforcing processes, improvement initiatives, and compliance - Proven technical abilities, experience using Excel, and data management tools; Unify experience preferred - Ability to work across cultures and time zones with a strategic mindset - Demonstrated understanding of AI fundamentals, experience with Co-Pilot and automation tools preferred - Manages to budget, understands account financial dynamics, suggests ways to be more efficient - Travel as business need dictates (<10%); amount depending upon location of candidate - Flexibility of work schedule to cover night and weekend work when needed Benefits - Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off - Medical/dental/vision insurance - 401(k) to eligible employees Company Description Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. Our predictive analytics and Liquid Data® platform help clients measure market share, uncover consumer behavior, and drive growth—powered by six decades of expertise and an expansive, high-quality data set. At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging.

• Lead on GCP quality across the business: audit programme design and execution, inspection readiness, and ongoing compliance with ICH GCP and applicable regulations (UK, EU, US) • Provide hands-on GCP auditing of trials, sites, vendors, and internal processes - working with clinical operations teams to identify risks and drive corrective actions • Prepare staff and trial materials for external sponsor audits and regulatory inspections, supporting the team through the process and any required follow-up • Assess and advise on potential serious breaches, protocol deviations, and GCP quality issues, ensuring appropriate reporting and resolution • Keep current with evolving regulations and guidance, translating these into practical updates for the clinical operations and quality teams • Provide ad-hoc US regulatory and FDA-specific good practice guidance as our US trial portfolio expands • Maintain overall oversight of the Integrated Management System (IMS), working with the Business Quality Manager to ensure ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 processes are implemented and continuously improved • Ensure quality documentation - SOPs, policies, risk assessments - is accurate, current, and practical for the teams using it • Oversee deviation, CAPA, and vendor management processes across the business • Review clinical operations study documents in development to ensure compliance with current clinical trial regulations • Collaborate with our external GCP support partners (audit consultancies, regulatory advisors) to supplement in-house capability where needed • Line manage the Business Quality Manager and GCP Quality Associate, ensuring both streams of quality work are resourced, prioritised, and delivering value • Build strong working relationships with clinical operations leadership (US and UK), product/engineering, and commercial teams - quality needs to be embedded, not siloed • Contribute to the wider operations leadership team on quality strategy, risk, and compliance matters