MRINetwork
Assistant General Counsel – FERC
Location : Columbus, Ohio (HQ) or Washington, D.C.
Compensation :
$183,000 – $238,000 base salary plus bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits
Overview Why Work Here
Be a trusted legal advisor to one of the nation’s largest electric utilities
Lead all aspects of the company’s practice before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Play a central role in shaping policy, compliance, and litigation strategies across transmission and RTO matters
Collaborate with internal teams on regulatory, commercial, and risk management issues
Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and excellent long-term career growth opportunities
What You’ll Do
Serve as lead counsel for federal regulatory matters before FERC, including rates, tariffs, policy, compliance, and litigation
Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on FERC jurisdictional issues under the Federal Power Act, Department of Energy Organization Act, and related statutes
Represent the company in Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) stakeholder proceedings in PJM, SPP, and MISO
Prepare and oversee filings, including comments, briefs, motions, testimony, and regulatory submissions before FERC and state commissions
Support interconnection, transmission, generation, and rate-related issues for the company’s operating subsidiaries
Collaborate with federal affairs, regulatory, and policy teams on rulemakings, compliance strategies, and legislative matters
Assess and recommend risk management strategies tied to federal regulatory issues
Provide advocacy, negotiation, and representation in hearings, settlement discussions, and administrative proceedings
What We’re Looking For
Education
JD from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in Ohio or Washington, D.C. (or eligibility under Ohio corporate practice rules)
Experience
Minimum 8 years of legal practice, with at least 5 years focused on FERC-related matters
Experience representing clients before FERC or a state / federal regulatory agency
Background with transmission, RTOs, rate recovery, tariff filings, and regulatory compliance
Litigation and hearing experience (briefing, preparing witnesses, case evaluation, and appearances in administrative or federal forums)
Skills & Abilities
Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and written / oral communication skills
Ability to work independently while fostering strong internal and external relationships
Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and initiative
Collaborative style with ability to work across legal, regulatory, finance, and operations teams
About the Company Our client is one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, serving millions of customers across multiple states. With a commitment to safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions, the company plays a critical role in shaping the future of the industry. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization with a strong record of regulatory leadership and customer service.
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Location : Columbus, Ohio (HQ) or Washington, D.C.
Compensation :
$183,000 – $238,000 base salary plus bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits
Overview Why Work Here
Be a trusted legal advisor to one of the nation’s largest electric utilities
Lead all aspects of the company’s practice before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Play a central role in shaping policy, compliance, and litigation strategies across transmission and RTO matters
Collaborate with internal teams on regulatory, commercial, and risk management issues
Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and excellent long-term career growth opportunities
What You’ll Do
Serve as lead counsel for federal regulatory matters before FERC, including rates, tariffs, policy, compliance, and litigation
Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on FERC jurisdictional issues under the Federal Power Act, Department of Energy Organization Act, and related statutes
Represent the company in Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) stakeholder proceedings in PJM, SPP, and MISO
Prepare and oversee filings, including comments, briefs, motions, testimony, and regulatory submissions before FERC and state commissions
Support interconnection, transmission, generation, and rate-related issues for the company’s operating subsidiaries
Collaborate with federal affairs, regulatory, and policy teams on rulemakings, compliance strategies, and legislative matters
Assess and recommend risk management strategies tied to federal regulatory issues
Provide advocacy, negotiation, and representation in hearings, settlement discussions, and administrative proceedings
What We’re Looking For
Education
JD from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in Ohio or Washington, D.C. (or eligibility under Ohio corporate practice rules)
Experience
Minimum 8 years of legal practice, with at least 5 years focused on FERC-related matters
Experience representing clients before FERC or a state / federal regulatory agency
Background with transmission, RTOs, rate recovery, tariff filings, and regulatory compliance
Litigation and hearing experience (briefing, preparing witnesses, case evaluation, and appearances in administrative or federal forums)
Skills & Abilities
Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and written / oral communication skills
Ability to work independently while fostering strong internal and external relationships
Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and initiative
Collaborative style with ability to work across legal, regulatory, finance, and operations teams
About the Company Our client is one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, serving millions of customers across multiple states. With a commitment to safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions, the company plays a critical role in shaping the future of the industry. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization with a strong record of regulatory leadership and customer service.
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