United States onlyJob Summary:
Participate in regulatory proceedings in state utility commissions to advocate for policies that promote rules and procedures that facilitate fair and competitive deregulated energy markets and renewable energy.
Primary Responsibilities:
Take the lead in representing IGS in proceedings before public utilities commissions in geographic areas where IGS conducts business.
Continue and build on developed relationships with regulators, legislators, and industry counterparts.
Assume responsibility for maintaining compliance with the rules and regulations in the states in which IGS operates. Draft mass-market sales contracts and research laws and rules that relate to compliance issues.
Assist in evaluating and advocating for legislation related to IGS's businesses.
Coordinating with IGS business to develop positions and ensure effective advocacy.
Working with IGS businesses to implement compliance with rules and regulations.
Research laws and rules that relate to IGS businesses including electric, natural gas, solar, and other renewable energy.
Ad hoc projects as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
Strong legal knowledge and expertise in energy, regulatory, and/or compliance. Research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical and decision-making skills; investigative mindset.
Work effectively at regulatory and legislative meetings with adverse parties, with industry groups, outside counsel, lobbyists and internal team members.
Ability to digest large, complex volumes of information and summarize for wide dissemination.
Strong oral and written communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Litigation skills.
General understanding of the businesses and the industries they support.
Adaptable, with the ability to multitask and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Respect and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Minimum Education & Experience:
Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school.
The candidate should have 6+ years of legal experience and be admitted to practice law in Ohio. We are open to considering candidates with less than 5 years experience for a Regulatory Counsel role.
Strong preference for candidates with experience working with energy law, utilities commissions, legislators and other regulatory bodies.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. Unfortunately, a current or future need for sponsorship is not supported or available for this position.
Salary Range:
$110,850.00 - $177,360.00*This range reflects base pay only. Incentive earnings, like commissions or bonuses, are not included.
This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan based on company performance.How We Support Your Wellbeing:
Our employees are our most valuable asset. That’s why at IGS, we are committed to offering a holistic benefit program that allows employees to stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain flexibility in their wellbeing journey.
Healthcare Essentials: Comprehensive coverage including medical (plus free telehealth), dental, vision, and employer health savings account contributions.
Mental Wellbeing: Robust support through Headspace and free mental healthcare visits for you and your dependents.
Family Planning Support: Extensive assistance with Maven, paid family and caregiver leave, and fertility, adoption, and surrogacy services.
Financial Readiness: Strong financial foundation with a 401(k) plan, company match, and access to financial wellbeing tools.
Work-Life Balance: paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid leaves, employee hardship fund, and a wide range of additional perks.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
It is the policy of IGS Energy to ensure equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations and guidelines. Employment discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, and veteran status or other legally protected class under applicable law is prohibited.
