Assistant General Counsel - PECO (Hybrid)
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.
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Primary Purpose
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
A senior lawyer who is a highly qualified attorney handling complex legal matters and projects on behalf of the Company.
Primary Duties
- Provide legal advice and representation before the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) in connection with resolving customer complaints alleging billing and service issues. Provide legal advice and representation primarily before the PUC to PECO’s natural gas and electric delivery businesses in a variety of state and federal energy regulatory matters (e.g., rate cases, compliance matters, enforcement matters, regulatory litigation) and manage outside counsel assisting in such matters. Provide general legal services to PECO business units, including assisting in the preparation of testimony, writing regulatory comments, drafting and negotiating contracts and other miscellaneous legal matters, and managing outside counsel assisting in such matters.
- Prepares, and revises as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
- Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
- Projects / duties as assigned.
Job Scope
Supports more senior attorneys in the ongoing management of relationships and matters with PECO, and within the Exelon Operating Companies/Business Units
Manages outside counsel.
Demonstrates superior legal judgment in the business context.
Demonstrates innovation; generates new ideas and devises original and successful solutions, programs or actions
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.in writing; to read and analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of state and federal laws regulating the utility industry and understanding of natural gas an electric utilities. Advanced experience in regulatory law, municipal law and/or civil litigation.
Benefits
- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $167,200.00/Yr. – $229,900.00/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.
