Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel- Regulatory

AEP; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 160.000 - 245.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Base salary

Annual bonus

Long-term Incentive

401 Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Zusammenfassung

American Electric Power (AEP) in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel- Regulatory to provide expert legal guidance on regulatory matters. The role focuses on representing AEP Texas, negotiating major contracts, and ensuring regulatory compliance with agencies like FERC and state commissions.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. from a US law school, 7+ years in the energy/utility sector, and TX bar admission.

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited US law school.
• 7+ years of legal experience in electric utility or energy sector, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate.
• Eight+ years of experience as a practicing regulatory attorney in private practice or in a corporate legal department.
• Active license to practice law in TX.

Aufgaben

• Represent AEP Texas in proceedings before the Public Utility Commission.
• Provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives.
• Lead contract negotiations for major projects and provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives.
• Oversee compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements from agencies such as the FERC and state public utility commissions.
• Represent regulated subsidiaries in proceedings before federal or state regulatory agencies.
• Manage litigation processes and coordinate with outside legal counsel on significant disputes.
• Develop training and compliance programs for employees related to industry regulations and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of legal strategies with business objectives.

Kenntnisse

Regulatory experience

Contract negotiation

Legal due diligence

Litigation management

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

J.D. from a US law school

Bachelor’s degree and J.D.

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel- Regulatory

Location: Austin, TX

Job Summary

The Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel will provide expert legal advice and guidance to the organization on a wide range of legal issues. This role will work closely with various departments, primarily Regulatory, to support business objectives. This role may involve drafting and negotiating contracts; handling transactions, drafting testimony, appearance before regulatory bodies, discovery requests and responses, pleadings, and briefs; managing legal risks; and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel may also represent the company in legal proceedings and meetings with external parties.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Represent AEP Texas in proceedings before the Public Utility Commission.
• Provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives.
• Lead contract negotiations for major projects and provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives.
• Oversee compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements from agencies such as the FERC and state public utility commissions.
• Represent regulated subsidiaries in proceedings before federal or state regulatory agencies.
• Manage litigation processes and coordinate with outside legal counsel on significant disputes.
• Develop training and compliance programs for employees related to industry regulations and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of legal strategies with business objectives.

What We're Looking For:

Senior Counsel:

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited US law school

Experience:

• 7+ years of legal experience, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department and in the electric utility or energy sector.

Assistant General Counsel:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate.

Experience:

• Eight plus years of experience as a practicing regulatory attorney in private practice or in a corporate legal department.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Active license to practice law in TX.

Where You'll Work:

• On-Site in Austin, TX.

What You'll Get: (Grade level depends on skills and experience)

• Base salary
• Annual bonus
• Long-term Incentive
• 401 Match
• AEP Pension
• Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees

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!

Compensation

$160,434.00 - $245,079.00

Physical Demands

The 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

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.

“AEP offers an outstanding group of people to be a part of. The AEP culture values your integrity and awards your hard work.”

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Our culture is purpose-driven and team-oriented: we combine innovation with a customer-first focus to deliver reliable energy and brighter futures.