Senior Regulatory Counsel – Energy & FERC Filings

Midcontinent-Independent-System; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 184,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

Midcontinent-Independent-System is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to support federal and state regulatory functions, including FERC filings and tariff review. You will work with diverse teams to evaluate and advance business objectives, provide regulatory insights, and guide communications.

Indiana licensure within 18 months is expected. The role emphasizes collaboration, strong writing, and the ability to interpret complex regulations, with a base salary in the MISO range and eligibility

Qualifications

• JD and active license to practice law in any US state or DC; must obtain Indiana/Arkansas/Minnesota licensure within 18 months.
• 2–3 years of experience in utility, energy, or regulatory law.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret complex regulatory documents and draft communications and filings.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Research and draft filings for submission to FERC.
• Review the MISO Tariff and Business Practices Manuals.
• Review, interpret, and advise on laws, rulings, and regulations.
• Collaborate with business personnel to evaluate, support, and advance objectives.
• Attend stakeholder meetings and provide real-time legal insights.
• Assist with state regulatory matters as required.
• Contribute to special regulatory projects as needed.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Collaborative

Regulatory interpretation

Education

JD or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Midcontinent-Independent-System is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to support federal and state regulatory functions, including FERC filings and tariff review. You will work with diverse teams to evaluate and advance business objectives, provide regulatory insights, and guide communications.

Indiana licensure within 18 months is expected. The role emphasizes collaboration, strong writing, and the ability to interpret complex regulations, with a base salary in the MISO range and eligibility