Assistant General Counsel - ComEd Litigation (Hybrid)
Apply NowCompany: ComEd
Location: Chicago, IL 60629
Description:
Who We Are
We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.
Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.
We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
Are you in?
Primary Purpose
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
A qualified attorney, preferably with regulatory experience, to handle complex regulatory litigation matters on behalf of the Company
Primary Duties
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Job Scope
JOB SCOPE
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions. At least 7 to 10 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law. Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments. Requires excellent legal research, analytical abilities and on ongoing knowledge of federal or state law. Must have the ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; to read and analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in administrative litigation including appearing before administrative law judges and preparing and presenting pre-filed testimony.
Experience with regulatory processes, including working collaboratively in workshops and through stakeholder outreach.
Experience working with technical experts to prepare and present written and oral testimony in contested proceedings.
Strong legal writing experience, including motions practice and drafting pleadings on technical subjects incorporating complex fact patterns into issues of law in a manner accessible to non-experts.
Experience managing ratemaking cases and/or appellate proceedings.
Benefits
Benefits
Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.
We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.
Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.
We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
Are you in?
Primary Purpose
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
A qualified attorney, preferably with regulatory experience, to handle complex regulatory litigation matters on behalf of the Company
Primary Duties
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs as a specialist in regulatory litigation and administrative law, including ratemaking, provides technical and expert legal services to ComEd, and has strong comprehension of the electric utility business. Under minimal supervision, plans, conducts and supervises complex legal assignments, requiring an ability to evaluate matters that may have a major bearing on the conduct of ComEd's business; evaluates both legal and business risks and regulatory viability of strategic initiatives and advises clients accordingly.
Interprets and applies organization policy according to law. Represents ComEd before the Illinois Commerce Commission and other state proceedings and/or relevant litigation. - Prepares and manages, budgets for all matters. involving outside counsel and manages outside counsel engagement.
- Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
- Projects / duties as assigned.
Job Scope
JOB SCOPE
- Leads the ongoing management of relationships and regulatory litigation matters on behalf of ComEd, including internal clients, outside counsel, external stakeholders and state regulators.
- Demonstrates superior legal judgment in the business context.
- Demonstrates innovation; generates new ideas and devises original and successful solutions, programs or actions.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions. At least 7 to 10 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law. Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments. Requires excellent legal research, analytical abilities and on ongoing knowledge of federal or state law. Must have the ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; to read and analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in administrative litigation including appearing before administrative law judges and preparing and presenting pre-filed testimony.
Experience with regulatory processes, including working collaboratively in workshops and through stakeholder outreach.
Experience working with technical experts to prepare and present written and oral testimony in contested proceedings.
Strong legal writing experience, including motions practice and drafting pleadings on technical subjects incorporating complex fact patterns into issues of law in a manner accessible to non-experts.
Experience managing ratemaking cases and/or appellate proceedings.
Benefits
Benefits
- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $164,000.00/Yr. - $225,500.00/Yr.
- Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
- Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
- And much more
Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.