What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Regulatory Counsel position at Eversource Energy?
Position Description
The Regulatory Counsel position involves representing Eversource companies before state regulatory agencies, providing legal advice and counsel in related matters. Located in Berlin, CT, this role requires appearing in-person for hearings before Connecticut state agencies.
This position is eligible for work from home up to two days per week under Eversource's flexible work policy. Experience representing regulated entities before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is beneficial.
Position Requirements
- Candidates admitted to the Connecticut Bar are preferred; however, all candidates admitted to practice in another state and in good standing will be considered.
- A condition of employment is admission to the Connecticut Bar within one year.
- Background handling administrative appeals from agency decisions is a plus.
The successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to assume independent responsibility for litigation and advice for complex regulatory and other legal matters, working closely with in-house legal resources, company management, and outside counsel when necessary.
Key qualities for success include being a good team player, well-organized, and able to identify business-oriented solutions to legal problems. Excellent written and oral communications skills, as well as legal research abilities, are also essential.
Compensation
Title and compensation will be commensurate with the individual's demonstrated ability and level of experience.
Education and Experience
- Requires a Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctor degree.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience.
Licenses & Certifications: Candidates admitted to the Connecticut Bar are preferred; however, all candidates admitted to practice in another state and in good standing will be considered. As a condition of employment, admission to the Connecticut Bar will be required within one year.
Eversource Energy offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $165,000-190,000 plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience.
Salary : $165,000 - $190,000
