Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel- Regulatory

NextGenEnergyJobs; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Annual bonus

Long-term Incentive

401 Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

AEP Texas is seeking a Regulatory Counsel to represent the company in state and federal regulatory proceedings and advise on business initiatives. The role includes coordinating litigation, driving compliance programs, and leading contract negotiations with cross-functional teams to align legal strategy with corporate goals.

Ideal candidates will bring deep regulatory experience in energy utilities, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex regulations into actionable

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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!