Regulatory Counsel

ISO New England Inc.•Holyoke, MA

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England’s ongoing transition to clean energy. ISO New England (Company) seeks attorney to provide legal counsel on the Company’s development and administration of New England’s wholesale electricity markets. The attorney will play an integral role in supporting the Company’s regulatory strategy before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), other agencies and courts, in support of Company initiatives to adapt its markets to an evolving energy landscape.

Requirements

Three (3) to five (5) years of prior experience as an Attorney in a law firm, corporation or governmental agency
Knowledge of the energy industry and energy/regulatory practice, along with the requisite experience, to enable representation of the Company in the areas of market development, market operations, and compliance
An interest in helping to change the energy landscape in the face of rapidly changing state and federal energy policies
Excellent writing and oral presentation skills
Juris Doctor Degree
Eligible for or licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and counsel to business partners on New England’s wholesale energy market design, market implementation issues and regulatory compliance, to address New England’s rapidly changing energy landscape.
Work collaboratively with a team of Company experts on wholesale energy market design initiatives, providing insight and guidance to experts on relevant legal precedent and regulatory risks, as well as strategic analysis of such initiatives informed by your legal experience in the industry.
Support business partners in the regional stakeholder processes on wholesale market design and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Support the filing and defense of the Company’s wholesale market design initiatives through the FERC regulatory process, working closely with business partners in the development of filing strategies and the drafting of filing materials and responsive pleadings.
Advise and support business partners on the Company’s participation at FERC Technical Conferences, and draft comments and support related to compliance initiatives stemming from FERC rulemakings.

Benefits

A stable, mission-driven workplace where your impact truly matters
A highly engaged work environment that values inclusion, collaboration, and employee safety and wellbeing
Competitive compensation with a base salary + performance bonus
Enhanced 401(k) and financial planning support
Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Wellness programs, including an onsite gym
Flexible work hours
Employee Business Networks
Free coffee at our onsite café
Hybrid work environment with 3 days/week onsite
Distance-based relocation assistance available
annual performance bonus
comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
flexible spending and health savings accounts
a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions and a student debt benefit
life and AD&D insurance
disability insurance
critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits
paid time off
paid leave
a wellness program
an employee assistance program
other great company perks