Manager of Legal Services (Senior Counsel)

ACES; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services company is seeking a Manager of Legal Services in Carmel, Indiana, to oversee legal and compliance matters. This role requires a JD and at least 10 years of legal experience, with a focus on energy regulations and compliance. Key duties include managing legal projects, drafting agreements, and advising on legal risks. A collaborative and organized candidate with strong communication skills will thrive in this mid-senior level position, providing critical support to the company’s strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of law firm or in-house experience.
• 5 years of legal experience in energy trading or compliance.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Manage the discovery process for legal proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree and JD from an ABA-approved law school

Indiana license to practice law (or ability to obtain)

Job description

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This position will be responsible for being a key team member of the Legal and Corporate Compliance Department. It will work with various Departments throughout ACES at the direction of the Executive Director of Legal and Corporate Compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the discovery process, including document review, privilege log creation, deposition preparation and document production requests.
• Adhere to and serve as a role model with respect to all ACES corporate policies, and comply with all ACES regulatory requirements, including but not limited to NERC, FERC, and relevant state regulations, as applicable.
• Research, analyze and summarize decisions by the FERC, NERC and the CFTC.
• Research and prepare memoranda on various issues of law.
• Draft, review, negotiate and work closely with business partners on various agreements in support of strategic initiatives, including vendor agreements, purchase agreements, service agreements, non‑disclosure agreements and other commercial agreements.
• Anticipate and guard against legal risks to the organization.
• Deliver timely and quality legal advice.
• Develop and manage policies and procedures related to contracts and commercial relationships, including development of appropriate form documents and clauses.
• Lead Legal and/or compliance projects within a project management plan.
• Travel, as necessary.
• Any additional responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and a JD from an ABA‑approved law school.
• Ten (10) + years of law firm, in‑house experience.
• Five (5) years legal experience in energy trading, regulation, compliance and/or enforcement.
• Indiana license to practice law, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Ability to autonomously solve problems, make decisions and prioritize their resolution.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
• Capable of leading and participating in cross‑functional project teams to meet key milestones and goals.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and demonstrate trust.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Utilities

Location: Indianapolis, IN.