Senior Counsel I, In House Counsel

natgridProd • Town of Oyster Bay, NY

97d • $222,000 - $250,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

National Grid is hiring an In-House Litigator for its General Counsel. The role represents the business and serves as a trusted legal advisor, providing expert guidance to help the company achieve its goals, manage risk, and operate with confidence and compliance. The position is based in the Hicksville, NY or Brooklyn, NY office and uses a hybrid working arrangement.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited college or university.
• Membership in the New York Bar.
• 5–10 years of tort litigation experience.
• Experience representing clients in litigation, including claims/tort contractual disputes, insurance coverage, real estate, class actions, and regulatory issues.
• Experience with internal investigations, government investigations, and subpoenas.
• Experience with electronic discovery.
• Experience with settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration.
• Solid written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Advise business units on state and federal laws and litigation-related issues.
• Oversee litigated matters and internal investigations, including issuing legal holds, conducting witness interviews, preparing for depositions, gathering documents, and managing outside counsel.
• Negotiate and prepare settlement agreements.
• Provide training to business units.
• Respond to subpoenas and other third-party information requests and advise on potential legal issues.
• Manage outside counsel, including setting litigation strategy, controlling costs and fees, and advising business units on strategy and risk mitigation.
• Provide advice and counsel on potential and active litigation matters.
• Collaborate with business units, in-house lawyers, and outside counsel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree