Senior Regulatory Counsel - Utilities & Energy

Liberty; Missouri; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Utilities seeks a seasoned regulatory attorney to support electric, gas and water operations. You will advise leadership on regulatory strategy, draft filings, and represent the company before commissions, including rate cases. Collaboration with regulatory, operations, accounting and finance teams is essential.

The role requires a JD, Missouri licensure or eligibility, and experience with utility regulation in multiple jurisdictions. Travel within the U.S. and Canada is expected.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law or eligible to obtain licensure in Missouri.
• Experience in government and regulated utilities, rate cases, and regulatory matters.
• Willingness to travel within the U.S. and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Serve as in-house regulatory expert on electric, gas and water utilities.
• Draft and review regulatory filings, testimony, and opinions.
• Manage outside counsel and coordinate regulatory filings and hearings.
• Represent Liberty utilities before state and federal commissions.
• Support governance, mergers, acquisitions, and commercial matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Missouri bar admission eligible

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Liberty Utilities seeks a seasoned regulatory attorney to support electric, gas and water operations. You will advise leadership on regulatory strategy, draft filings, and represent the company before commissions, including rate cases. Collaboration with regulatory, operations, accounting and finance teams is essential.

The role requires a JD, Missouri licensure or eligibility, and experience with utility regulation in multiple jurisdictions. Travel within the U.S. and Canada is expected.