Senior Corporate Counsel

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Senior Corporate Counsel
The candidate assesses, mitigates, and advises management and other company personnel on legal and strategic matters. Represents Company in a range of legal matters relating to utility business, including negotiations, complex projects, transactions, and commercial matters, including dealings with regulatory agencies, governmental entities, and commercial counterparties. Participates in and influences the decision-making process with appropriate clients and stakeholders. Independently handles, or supervises others who handle, complex legal matters or projects. Recognized as a legal expert in a broadly-defined subject matter area. Monitors legal and related business trends, educates appropriate parties, and advocates adjustments in policies and procedures. Assesses legal risks and opportunities, establishes and advocates plans to minimize risks and capitalize on opportunities in a defined area. Coordinates efforts with internal and/or external legal and business experts when appropriate. Advocates interests to internal and external audiences in a variety of legal and business matters. Handles administrative matters efficiently and appropriately. Performs other duties as assigned. A Juris Doctorate degree and 3 years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department. Strong initiative plus excellent management, communication, teamwork, delegation, and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated capacity to build relationships internally and externally; ability to establish rapport with business clients across the organization. Highly effective in written and verbal communication. Excellent advocacy and organization skills. Understanding of the utility industry and applicable laws and regulations.

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