Deputy General Counsel

Deputy General Counsel

Our client is a leading governmental energy aggregator, dedicated to streamlining and optimizing energy procurement for public sector entities. By leveraging their extensive market expertise and strategic partnerships, they ensure cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions. Committed to transparency and innovation, they continuously enhance energy efficiency and support renewable initiatives to benefit communities and the environment. Their incredible industry reputation is built on their dedication to their clients. They are hiring a new member to their Deputy General Counsel.

The client is seeking an experienced attorney with 8-10 years of legal practice to the team as Deputy General Counsel. The successful candidate will add value to the organization by providing counsel to leadership, guiding decision-making processes, and ensuring all operations comply with legal standards. The candidate will collaborate closely with senior legal staff, providing an opportunity for professional growth in the field of law.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive base salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) match, and generous vacation plan.
• Access to upper management and high degree of influence over business processes.
• High emphasis on cultural fit and employee satisfaction. Very high average employee tenure.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on a strongly established company, ready to take the next steps and launch into the future.
• Company is dedicated to philanthropy and community involvement.
• Award-winning work environment and culture.

Focus:

• Provide legal and regulatory compliance oversight for the organization.
• Coordinate the hiring and management of outside counsel to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and consistent billing practices.
• Act as the legal representative to members and external stakeholders, including state and federal regulators, elected officials, consultants, energy suppliers, and utility companies.
• Attend Board and General Assembly meetings as required, preparing resolutions, reviewing contracts, and recommending actions for board approval.
• Assist leadership in anticipating legal issues and developing risk mitigation strategies based on ethical and legal standards.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate legal documents and contracts to identify and address legal issues.
• Maintain current organizational documents and ensure statutory compliance.
• Review and update internal organizational policies and procedures as needed.
• Handle contractual matters related to electricity and natural gas procurement, renewable energy project development, and associated agreements and financing.
• Advise on proposed rules and pending legislation that may impact the organization.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects effectively.

Skill Set:

• Bachelor’s degree and J.D. degree with membership in the Ohio Bar Association in good standing.
• 8-10 years of legal experience in the energy/utilities industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with leadership, staff, board members, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and vendors.
• High degree of professionalism, ethics, and integrity.
• Preferred experience representing clients before state utilities commissions, such as the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state energy markets, regulations, and trends.
• Commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

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