Sr Corporate Counsel

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)•Eagan, MN

9h•$179,000 - $204,000•Onsite

About The Position

As Sr. Corporate Counsel, you will generally support the federal, and potentially some state, regulatory functions of MISO. This role involves researching and drafting filings for submission to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), reviewing and interpreting the MISO Tariff and Business Practices Manuals, and advising on laws, rulings, and regulations. You will collaborate with business personnel to evaluate and support business objectives, ensure effective communication and operational excellence, and provide general legal support including risk identification and mitigation. The role also includes attending stakeholder meetings, providing legal insights, assisting with state regulatory matters, and contributing to special projects in the regulatory space.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) and active license to practice law in any U.S. state or D.C. (Must obtain Arkansas, Indiana, and/or Minnesota licensure, as applicable, within 18 months of hire.)
Minimum 2-3 years’ experience required
Experience in utility, energy, or regulatory law (FERC or state utility experience preferred).
Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment.
Ability to interpret complex regulatory documents and draft clear, persuasive communications and filings.
Ability to professionally exercise discretion and independent judgement in day-to-day work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with regulatory litigation at the state or federal level not required but welcomed.

Responsibilities

Researching and drafting filings for submission to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
Reviewing, interpreting, and revising the MISO Tariff and Business Practices Manuals.
Reviewing, interpreting, and advising on laws, rulings, and regulations.
Collaborating and partnering with varied business personnel to evaluate, support, and further business objectives.
Collaborate with other employees to ensure effective communication, operational excellence, and a high level of customer service, both with internal and external stakeholders.
Networking and influencing to solve problems and shape outcomes to meet business objectives.
Providing general legal support to internal subject matter experts, including risk identification and providing solutions for risk mitigation.
Attending stakeholder meetings and providing real-time legal insights.
Assisting with state regulatory matters as required.
Contributing to special projects as required in the regulatory space.