What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managing Attorney - Litigation (Hybrid) position at Sempra?
Sempra: Where opportunity powers impact
At Sempra, we tackle the biggest energy challenges that face our industry. Our high-performing team leverages the full capabilities of our organization to serve 40 million consumers across North America. By collaborating and challenging one another across multiple disciplines, we inspire our best work, ideas and innovation. From increasing liquified natural gas (LNG) capacities to reducing carbon emissions to helping people prepare for the realities of climate change, we are committed to building a better energy future for all.
Primary Purpose
The Managing Attorney - Litigation provides leadership and strategic direction to lawyers or others in the law department on various complex litigation matters. Develops, coordinates, leads and administers the provision of complex legal services under the direction of the General Counsel and in conjunction with Directors of various practice areas. Provides effective leadership and direction in employee training and development and in communications with senior leadership.
Duties And Responsibilities
Education
The following skills and abilities are required:
Legal Total Rewards Philosophy
Note: Sempra strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.
Sempra offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as long-term incentive plans and other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.
At Sempra, we tackle the biggest energy challenges that face our industry. Our high-performing team leverages the full capabilities of our organization to serve 40 million consumers across North America. By collaborating and challenging one another across multiple disciplines, we inspire our best work, ideas and innovation. From increasing liquified natural gas (LNG) capacities to reducing carbon emissions to helping people prepare for the realities of climate change, we are committed to building a better energy future for all.
Primary Purpose
The Managing Attorney - Litigation provides leadership and strategic direction to lawyers or others in the law department on various complex litigation matters. Develops, coordinates, leads and administers the provision of complex legal services under the direction of the General Counsel and in conjunction with Directors of various practice areas. Provides effective leadership and direction in employee training and development and in communications with senior leadership.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Coordinates, implements and monitors legal services to facilitate and achieve company objectives.
- Primarily responsible for oversight on specific legal cases or material transactions.
- Provides legal services of a highly complex and/or sensitive nature to Corporate, Business Unit(s) or others in the law department.
- Supervises lawyers or others in the law department.
- Provide oversight and direction to direct reports while fostering opportunities for growth and development.
- Interacts with Corporate executives, Business Unit executives and upper management of other client groups.
- Leads team while promoting a productive work environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).
Education
- Bachelor's degree is required.
- JD (Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school is required.
- 8 years of relevant experience, including "first chair" of complex litigation or transactional matters is required.
- Experience in the energy industry is preferred.
- Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.
- We offer a hybrid work environment. Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow you to work from the office three days per week and work remotely on the remaining workdays.
The following skills and abilities are required:
- Ability to independently lead/handle complex legal matters.
- Analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills.
- Interpersonal communication, verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to analyze and explain complex legal issues in a simple manner to a variety of audiences.
- Admission to the California Bar, and a member in good standing is required.
Legal Total Rewards Philosophy
Note: Sempra strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.
Sempra offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as long-term incentive plans and other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.
