Assistant General Counsel - FERC (Hybrid) - Chicago, IL
About The Position
The Assistant General Counsel is a mid-level attorney in Exelon’s Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) practice area, providing full legal services to clients under the supervision of a managing or supervising attorney. The role handles legal assignments, including research and preparation of contracts and briefs, and performs non-routine legal work. The attorney supports more experienced counsel in ongoing relationships and matters involving business units and outside counsel. The position requires strategic thinking and collaboration with business units to advance company objectives and manage risk. The attorney is also expected to learn, adopt, and leverage AI-enabled tools for research, drafting, and analysis while applying sound professional judgment.
Requirements
- LLB or JD from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions.
- At least 4 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent legal research and analytical abilities, and ongoing knowledge of federal and/or state law as required by the position.
- Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing.
- Ability to read and analyze legal materials and other data.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions and time deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Perform broad and moderately complex legal assignments involving FERC regulations and policies.
- Assist more experienced attorneys in representing Exelon in agency proceedings and relevant litigation.
- Advise clients on legal and FERC compliance matters.
- Develop an understanding of each assigned client’s business and business philosophy.
- Prepare and revise budgets and early matter assessments for matters involving outside counsel.
- Perform projects and other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays.
- Maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver or parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Program and mental and emotional support resources.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
- Fitness reimbursement.
- Referral bonus program.
- Annual bonus for eligible positions: 15%.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
