Assistant General Counsel -Corporate & Commercial

Overview

A senior lawyer is sought to handle complex legal matters and projects. This role involves working on complex energy transactions, reviewing and drafting commercial contracts, and advising clients on business operations and emerging industry opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Handle and supervise complex energy transactions; evaluate legal and business risks and advise clients accordingly with minimal supervision.
• Review and draft commercial contracts; advise clients accordingly.
• Work closely with and advise clients on business operations, emergent industry opportunities and developments, and related matters.
• Perform additional projects and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in a specialized area of law.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, and to analyze legal materials and data.
• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities, with knowledge of federal and/or state law.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to apply them to complex assignments.
• An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Law firm experience.
• 4 to 8 years of professional experience drafting contracts.
• Experience and knowledge of the energy industry, including independent power producers and nuclear power plants.
• Proven legal analytical and drafting abilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; analyze legal materials and other data; work in stressful conditions under time deadlines; and provide realistic risk assessments and practical advice to clients.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected salary range: $192,600 to $214,000 (varies based on experience).
• Bonus program (eligible employees).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including wellbeing programs.
• Disability and life insurance benefits.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days.

Location

Not specified in the provided job description.