Regulatory Counsel

Pattern Energy Group LP•Houston, TX

6d•$149,000 - $186,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Counsel to provide strategic legal support across development, commercial and operations functions for a leading renewable power platform. This role will focus on U.S. and Canadian energy regulatory matters impacting a diversified portfolio of generation and transmission assets. The ideal candidate is a law firm–trained attorney with in-house experience, bringing deep expertise in FERC, NERC, DOE, FCC and other laws and regulations governing electric power generation and transmission together with regional market rules and compliance frameworks. The ability to deliver practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment is critical.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) and license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
7–12+ years of experience in energy regulatory law
Top-tier law firm training in energy regulatory or project development matters
In-house legal experience at a reputable company
Deep, practical expertise in: FERC regulations and Federal Power Act
FERC Standards of Conduct (required)
RTO/ISO market rules and transmission frameworks
Strong analytical, drafting and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable business guidance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting renewable energy platforms (wind, solar, storage)
Familiarity with Canadian regulatory regimes
Experience with NERC compliance and enforcement matters
Background comparable to leading external energy regulatory counsel
You bring a practical, commercially focused approach to complex regulatory issues
You are comfortable operating independently and owning high-impact legal matters
You thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment with competing priorities
You can balance business objectives with strict regulatory compliance requirements
You have the credibility and judgment to serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders

Responsibilities

Advise on federal, regional, and provincial/state regulatory frameworks governing the development, ownership, and operation of electric generation and transmission assets
Provide day-to-day counsel on FERC regulations (including EWG, QF and Standards of Conduct), compliance programs, internal policies, training and audits
Support development and commercial teams on interconnection, transmission service, and market participation strategies across U.S. and Canadian markets
Interpret and advise on RTO/ISO tariffs and market rules (e.g., ERCOT, PJM, MISO, CAISO, NYISO, ISO-NE) and emerging regulatory developments
Provide regulatory input into commercial arrangements, including PPAs, LGIAs, transmission service agreements, trading agreements and asset management structures
Advise on commodity trading arrangements and energy market risk allocation and mitigation, including Dodd-Frank and CFTC
Support energy regulatory aspects of the due diligence and acquisition of electric power generation and transmission assets and businesses
Support permitting of regulated assets
Lead and manage regulatory filings, proceedings, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with FERC, RTOs/ISOs and Canadian regulatory bodies
Partner cross-functionally with Development, Commercial, Energy Management, Regulatory Affairs, Compliance and Operations teams
Coordinate and manage external counsel (including top-tier energy regulatory firms) on complex or strategic matters