Senior Regulatory Counsel, Missouri Utilities

Liberty Utilities Co.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

Free parking

Job summary

Liberty Utilities seeks a Director of Legal Services to lead the internal legal function across Missouri and neighboring states. The role partners with executive leadership and regulatory teams to shape strategy and ensure regulatory compliance.

The candidate will supervise counsel, oversee filings, advise on commercial matters, and represent the company before commissions and in related proceedings. Strong Missouri regulatory experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible to practice law in Missouri.
• At least seven years of experience in utility regulatory law.
• Experience handling rate cases and regulatory matters before commissions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as in-house expert on regulatory, legal, and compliance issues for electric, gas, and water utilities.
• Draft and review regulatory filings, testimonies, opinions, and rules.
• Manage outside counsel and coordinate regulatory filings across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Regulatory law

Legal counsel

Contract review

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

Missouri bar admission or eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Liberty Utilities seeks a Director of Legal Services to lead the internal legal function across Missouri and neighboring states. The role partners with executive leadership and regulatory teams to shape strategy and ensure regulatory compliance.

The candidate will supervise counsel, oversee filings, advise on commercial matters, and represent the company before commissions and in related proceedings. Strong Missouri regulatory experience is essential.