Senior Counsel, Energy Regulation & Policy

PG&E; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 178,000 - 304,000; Full time

Job summary

PG&E is seeking an Attorney to support the Strategy & Policy Department in regulatory proceedings before CPUC, CEC, and FERC. The role includes drafting pleadings, advising management, and shaping regulatory strategy across clean energy, storage, and decarbonization initiatives.

You will collaborate with policy, operations, and legal teams, manage assigned matters, and coordinate with outside counsel. A California bar license and substantial regulatory experience are required.

Qualifications

• Attorney with 6 years of experience in energy regulatory law.
• Licensed in California or as In-House Counsel.
• Experience before CPUC, FERC or equivalent regulatory bodies.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Represent PG&E in CPUC and FERC regulatory proceedings.
• Develop regulatory policies and strategy with policy and operations teams.
• Provide advice to management on legal and regulatory issues.
• Coordinate with other attorneys and outside counsel as needed.
• Support energy program procurement processes and related negotiations.
• Advise on development and evaluation of draft legislation.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting the utility industry.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Legal writing

Strategic counsel

Cross-functional collaboration

Public policy analysis

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Bachelor’s degree

Licensed to practice law in California

Job description

PG&E is seeking an Attorney to support the Strategy & Policy Department in regulatory proceedings before CPUC, CEC, and FERC. The role includes drafting pleadings, advising management, and shaping regulatory strategy across clean energy, storage, and decarbonization initiatives.

You will collaborate with policy, operations, and legal teams, manage assigned matters, and coordinate with outside counsel. A California bar license and substantial regulatory experience are required.