Senior Counsel (In House Counsel), Legal

natgridProd•City of Syracuse, NY

2d•$146,000 - $171,000

About The Position

National Grid is seeking an experienced, business-minded attorney to join its New York Legal team as Senior Counsel, Regulatory & Compliance Affairs. The position may be based in Syracuse or Brooklyn, New York. The Senior Counsel will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing strategic legal guidance on regulatory proceedings, compliance obligations, risk management, and emerging energy policy developments. The role supports National Grid’s New York businesses as they navigate evolving regulations and pursue business priorities and operational objectives. The position involves matters concerning the New York State Public Service Commission, state and federal regulatory requirements, infrastructure investments, grid modernization, clean energy programs, customer-focused initiatives, cybersecurity, and legislative developments affecting the utility industry. The successful candidate will balance legal risk with business objectives and influence decision-making across the organization. The position offers a career path with advancement opportunities within and across bands as the employee develops experience, expertise, and technical skills. National Grid does not provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future; candidates must be able to work without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission.
Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters and provide practical, business-focused advice.
Excellent judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
Ability to work without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Provide legal counsel on regulatory, compliance, and operational matters affecting National Grid’s New York businesses.
Support and manage proceedings before the New York State Public Service Commission and other regulatory agencies.
Advise business leaders on regulatory requirements, compliance obligations, risk mitigation strategies, and policy developments.
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop proactive approaches to emerging legal and regulatory challenges.
Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, regulatory filings, comments, and related materials.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and industry developments and provide strategic guidance on their business impacts.
Support initiatives related to infrastructure investment, the clean energy transition, grid modernization, customer programs, data privacy, and cybersecurity.
Collaborate with external counsel, industry groups, regulators, and other stakeholders as needed.