Sr Legal Counsel

Enbridge; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Stock options

Parental leave

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Utah to provide practical legal advice across real property and commercial matters. You will negotiate and draft property agreements, support business development, and ensure regulatory compliance for Enbridge’s Utah operations.

The role requires a JD from an accredited school, Utah licensure, and 8+ years of related experience. Utility/energy sector experience is preferred; travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in Utah.
• 8+ years of directly related experience in real property and commercial law.
• Experience in and knowledge of utility or energy industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical legal advice to Enbridge Gas Utah, Wexpro Company and other Enbridge businesses.
• Draft, review and negotiate real property agreements (rights-of-way, easements, interconnects, conveyances).
• Advise on and negotiate commercial agreements supporting business development and operations.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise on impacts.
• Provide legal research, opinions and presentations as required.
• Collaborate with legal and business units for coordinated support.
• Manage outside counsel and internal legal resources.

Skills

Real property law

Commercial law

Regulatory compliance

Client advisory

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Posting End Date: October 24, 2026

Employee Type: Regular-Full time

Union/Non: This is a non-union position

Bring your legal expertise to Enbridge and help support the work that keeps our business moving forward.

We are looking for an outstanding Senior Legal Counsel specializing in real property and commercial law. You'll partner with client groups to provide practical legal advice, negotiate and draft agreements, and support real property matters, commercial opportunities and regulatory compliance.

Join a collaborative environment where your expertise, ideas and perspective are valued.

*Note:

• This position is not eligible for international relocation.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located without requiring sponsorship from Enbridge now or in the future.

What You Will Do:

• Provide practical legal advice to Enbridge Gas Utah, Wexpro Company and other Enbridge businesses, as the need arises.
• Draft, review and negotiate real property agreements, including rights-of-way, easements, interconnects, property conveyances, public permits and agreements with municipalities and government agencies.
• Advise on and negotiate commercial agreements supporting business development, gas exploration and production, energy conservation programs, operations projects and key customers.
• Monitor legislative, regulatory and legal developments and advise clients on their potential impacts.
• Provide legal and risk analysis, recommendations, research, correspondence, opinions and presentations as required.
• Collaborate with legal colleagues, business functions and other business units to provide coordinated legal support.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel and internal legal resources.

Who You Are:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in Utah.
• Minimum of 8 years of directly related experience.
• Experience in and knowledge of real property and commercial law.
• Utility or energy industry experience is preferred.
• The ability to work effectively and efficiently in a diverse and dynamic enterprise and coordinate a variety of internal and external activities.
• Independent judgement, initiative, and ability to work directly with clients.

Working Conditions:

• Typical office work environment.
• Travel up to 25%.

Physical Requirements (Include but are not limited to):

Grasping, kneeling, light - moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both field & office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Salary:

• Ranges from $135,100 - $216,300 USD based upon candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity.
• Annual Bonus: 20%; Stock: 15%.
• Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Benefits:

• A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance, and disability.
• A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event.
• Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.
• Paid time off, vacation, sick leave, paid personal days depending on location, and paid holidays.
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Wellness Program focused on providing tools, resources, and opportunities to support employees' physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.
• Enbridge's FlexWork hybrid work model offers eligible employees the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, choose a compressed workweek schedule, or use flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine eligibility for each option. #LI-Hybrid

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion.We are proud to bean Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law.Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com