Attorney

Consumers Energy•Jackson, MI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, serving 6.8 million residents across 68 Lower Peninsula counties. The company is committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy 24/7. This position is a hybrid role, requiring onsite days at the One Energy Plaza headquarters in Jackson, MI, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate, with relocation assistance available for qualified individuals. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including H-1B, TN, CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an attorney in a law firm and/or as in-house counsel.
Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory matters (in or outside of Michigan) sufficient to work independently in practice area.
Ability to lead cases or projects of low- to moderate-complexity.
Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform thorough legal research and writing.
Ability to analyze facts and provide advice on the applicable law.
Demonstrable tact and diplomacy in dealing with clients and colleagues.
Strong legal and analytical skills with an understanding of client objectives.
Excellent judgment in advising clients.

Responsibilities

Manage outside counsel and legal vendors.
Conduct thorough legal research pertaining to unusual circumstances or important policy considerations.
Analyze facts as they pertain to the applicable law and provide guidance to the client, communicating decisions clearly.
Collaborate with others on non-routine written presentations, ensuring legal reasoning is sound and consistent with organization strategy.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring adherence to accepted protocols and processes.
Foster and maintain positive relationships with clients, opposing counsel, co-workers, and others.
Advise clients on requirements for compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Provide legal guidance to others within the Legal Department.
Handle all aspects of work, including drafting and negotiating contracts, managing litigation or regulatory matters, advising on corporate and governance issues, and assisting with mergers and acquisitions.
Represent the company externally in negotiations, regulatory or court proceedings, or meetings with customers or other stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.