Assistant General Counsel – Regulatory Policy and Compliance

Constellation Energy Generation, LLC.•Sacramento, CA

3h•Remote

About The Position

Constellation is seeking a senior lawyer to handle complex legal matters and projects on behalf of the Company. The role focuses on regulatory policy and compliance, including regulatory proceedings before state and federal agencies, regulatory compliance matters, and regulatory support for wholesale and retail commercial transactions. The attorney will evaluate legal and business risks, advise clients, and represent Constellation in transactions, litigation, and other relevant matters. The position offers U.S.-based remote flexibility. The ideal candidate lives in California within reasonable commuting distance of the Walnut Creek office and can periodically work in-office. Occasional travel is required.

Requirements

LLB or JD from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions.
Eight years of professional experience in a specialized area of law.
Ability to communicate clearly 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.
Comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to apply them to complex assignments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with California state regulatory matters affecting electricity and natural gas market participants, including California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and California Independent System Operator (CAISO) matters.
Experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters.
Experience with other Independent System Operators or Regional Transmission Organizations, such as PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, and ERCOT.

Responsibilities

Prepare and revise budgets and early matter assessments for matters involving outside counsel.
Provide lead direction or project leadership to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
Plan, conduct, and supervise large, highly complex legal assignments with little or no supervision.
Evaluate legal and business risks and advise clients accordingly.
Represent Constellation in transactions, litigation, or other relevant matters.
Handle and supervise complex regulatory matters, including proceedings before state and federal agencies, regulatory compliance matters, and regulatory support for wholesale and retail commercial transactions.