Senior Regulatory Counsel - Utilities & Policy

Cielo Talent; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Cielo Talent is seeking an Assistant General Counsel (Director level) for a Fortune 500 client, based in Austin, Texas. The role focuses on retail utility regulatory matters, including litigated PUC proceedings, with responsibility for strategic advice, policy development, and high-stakes litigation leadership.

The position requires a JD and 9+ years of experience in regulatory, corporate, or litigation areas, with strong writing, advocacy, and team leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Must have strong regulatory regulatory expertise in utility sectors.
• Excellent legal writing and advocacy skills.
• Experience leading complex regulatory proceedings or major matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory proceedings and provide complex legal strategies with minimal supervision.
• Advise on policy, compliance, and strategic decisions across business units.
• Supervise junior attorneys and coordinate with external counsel when needed.
• Ensure ethical and professional representation before agencies and courts.

Skills

Regulatory law

Legal writing

Litigation

Policy analysis

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Cielo Talent is seeking an Assistant General Counsel (Director level) for a Fortune 500 client, based in Austin, Texas. The role focuses on retail utility regulatory matters, including litigated PUC proceedings, with responsibility for strategic advice, policy development, and high-stakes litigation leadership.

The position requires a JD and 9+ years of experience in regulatory, corporate, or litigation areas, with strong writing, advocacy, and team leadership skills.