Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel- Regulatory

American Electric Power • Austin, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel will provide expert legal advice and guidance to the organization on a wide range of legal issues. This role will work closely with various departments, primarily Regulatory, to support business objectives. This role may involve drafting and negotiating contracts; handling transactions, drafting testimony, appearance before regulatory bodies, discovery requests and responses, pleadings, and briefs; managing legal risks; and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel may also represent the company in legal proceedings and meetings with external parties.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited US law school
• 7+ years of legal experience, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department and in the electric utility or energy sector.
• Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate.
• Eight plus years of experience as a practicing regulatory attorney in private practice or in a corporate legal department.
• Active license to practice law in TX.

Responsibilities

• Represent AEP Texas in proceedings before the Public Utility Commission.
• Provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives.
• Lead contract negotiations for major projects and provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives.
• Oversee compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements from agencies such as the FERC and state public utility commissions.
• Represent regulated subsidiaries in proceedings before federal or state regulatory agencies.
• Manage litigation processes and coordinate with outside legal counsel on significant disputes.
• Develop training and compliance programs for employees related to industry regulations and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of legal strategies with business objectives.

Benefits

• Base salary
• Annual bonus
• Long-term Incentive
• 401 Match
• AEP Pension
• Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior