Chief Regulatory Counsel & Strategy Leader

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO); Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 265,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick and safe time

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking a seasoned Senior Regulatory Legal Leader to shape strategy and oversee regulatory attorneys. You will guide executive priorities, mentor staff, and coordinate with business leaders to navigate complex regulatory matters and ensure cross‑functional alignment with corporate goals.

The role requires JD, US licensure, Indiana licensure within 18 months, and 15+ years in regulatory/energy law with 12+ years of management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal, Law, Business, Finance, Operations Management, or related field (required).
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and license to practice law in any U.S. state or D.C. (required).
• Indiana licensure required within 18 months of hire.
• 15+ years of relevant technical work experience (17+ preferred).
• 12+ years of management experience (20+ preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in corporate environments, government, or law firms focused on utility regulation, litigation, administrative, or energy law (required).
• Extensive experience in regulatory and administrative law.

Responsibilities

• Shape the strategic direction and vision for the regulatory legal team in collaboration with senior legal leaders.
• Provide executive leadership, guidance, and oversight to regulatory attorneys, ensuring high‑quality legal counsel aligned with business priorities.
• Mentor, coach, and develop regulatory attorneys and high‑potential employees.
• Partner with business leaders to support decision‑making, manage complex regulatory matters, and ensure cross‑functional collaboration.
• Advise on the impact of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and administrative rulings.
• Lead relationships with outside counsel and coordinate legal strategies.
• Oversee preparation and support for subject matter experts, legal staff, and executive leadership on critical regulatory issues.
• Navigate complex stakeholder environments, influence outcomes, and proactively address regulatory and internal issues.
• Provide leadership in litigation strategy, including discovery and legal hold processes.
• Work closely with MISO leadership and the Board of Directors to support organizational oversight and governance.
• Promote knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and alignment with corporate initiatives.

Education

Finance

Business Administration

Law (JD)

Job description

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking a seasoned Senior Regulatory Legal Leader to shape strategy and oversee regulatory attorneys. You will guide executive priorities, mentor staff, and coordinate with business leaders to navigate complex regulatory matters and ensure cross‑functional alignment with corporate goals.

The role requires JD, US licensure, Indiana licensure within 18 months, and 15+ years in regulatory/energy law with 12+ years of management experience.