ETT Director Regulatory Affairs & Legal

AEP Service Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

401K match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) seeks a Director of Regulatory Affairs & Legal to lead regulatory initiatives and provide legal counsel on policy matters in support of business and customer objectives. You will manage filings, rate cases, and advocacy while mentoring a team of regulatory professionals at our Austin site.

The role requires a JD, bar admission, and at least 7 years in regulatory or legal settings within the utility sector, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; admission in others possible.
• Minimum 7 years in regulatory affairs, legal, public policy, or related fields.
• Experience in the utility, energy, or related regulated industry.
• Experience supporting rate cases and regulatory filings.
• Proven ability to translate complex regulatory issues into business recommendations.
• Strong written and oral communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of regulatory initiatives aligning objectives.
• Manage regulatory filings, rate case activities, and cost recovery mechanisms.
• Provide legal guidance on regulatory, legislative, and policy matters.
• Build relationships with regulatory commissions, industry groups, and external counsel.
• Monitor developments and communicate business impacts to leadership.
• Oversee preparation of filings, testimony, interrogatories, and memoranda.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company policies; lead and develop the team.
• Support business initiatives through regulatory planning and advocacy.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and mitigate regulatory risks.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Legal counsel

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Policy analysis

Regulatory compliance

Team coaching

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

Job Summary

The Director Regulatory Affairs & Legal leads regulatory affairs activities and provides legal support on regulatory, legislative, and policy matters. This role is responsible for managing regulatory filings, supporting rate case activities, monitoring regulatory developments, and providing counsel to business leaders on compliance and regulatory risks. The Director partners with internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, industry organizations, and external counsel to support regulatory outcomes that align with business, operational, and customer objectives. This position leads a team responsible for regulatory and legal activities and contributes to the development and execution of regulatory strategies.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development and execution of regulatory initiatives that support corporate, financial, operational, and customer objectives.
• Manage regulatory filings, rate case activities, cost recovery mechanisms, and settlement support efforts.
• Provide legal guidance and counsel on regulatory, legislative, and policy matters.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory commissions, regulatory staff, industry groups, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate regulatory, legislative, and policy developments and communicate business impacts to leadership.
• Oversee preparation of regulatory filings, testimony, interrogatory responses, legal memoranda, and related materials.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Lead, coach, and develop regulatory affairs and legal professionals.
• Support business initiatives and infrastructure investments through effective regulatory planning and advocacy.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and legal teams to identify and mitigate regulatory risks.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school (required).
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain admission in applicable jurisdictions (required).
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in regulatory affairs, legal, public policy, or related functions.
• Experience in the utility, energy, or related regulated industry.
• Experience supporting rate cases, regulatory filings, or compliance programs.
• Background in government affairs, legislative processes, or public policy.
• Experience working with external counsel and regulatory stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and administrative law.
• Ability to interpret complex regulatory and legal issues and translate them into business recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Sound judgment and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to balance regulatory, legal, operational, and business considerations.

Where You'll Work

On‑Site at ETT in Austin, TX

What You'll Get

• Base salary
• Annual bonus
• Long‑term incentive
• 401K match
• AEP Pension
• Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well‑being of our employees.

Company Culture

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward‑thinking organization, this is the company for you!

American Electric Power (AEP) provides more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-011

Compensation Range: $160,434.00 - $208,565.50

Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary

Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer‑employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.