Assistant General Counsel - FERC (Hybrid) - Philadelphia, PA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Exelon is seeking a mid-level attorney to provide full legal services in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) practice area, under supervision of a managing attorney.

You will perform research, draft contracts and briefs, and handle non-routine legal assignments, while aligning with business units to manage risk and support company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Performs broad and moderately complex legal assignments in the area of FERC regulations and policies.
• Assists more experienced attorneys in representing Exelon in agency proceedings and/or relevant litigation.
• Advise clients with respect to all legal and FERC compliance matters.

Job description

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Job 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, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 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).

We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.

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.

Primary Purpose

A mid-level attorney in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) practice area responsible for providing full legal services to clients under the supervision of a managing or supervising attorney. Carries out legal assignments, including research and preparation of contracts and briefs. Performs non-routine legal assignments.

Primary Duties

1. Performs broad and moderately complex legal assignments in the area of FERC regulations and policies. Assists more experienced attorneys in representing Exelon in agency proceedings and/or relevant litigation. Advise clients with respect to all legal and FERC compliance matters.
2. Responsible for developing an understanding of each assigned client’s business and business philosophy.
3. Prepare, and revise as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
4. Projects / duties as assigned.

Job Scope

Supports more experienced attorneys in ongoing relationships and matters with Business Units and outside counsel.

Able to think strategically and work with Business Units to achieve Company objectives and manage risk.

Ability to learn, adopt, and leverage AI-enabled tools to support research, drafting, and analysis while applying sound professional judgment.