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Guidance Groove

Assistant, General Counsel

Guidance Groove, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Overview Assistant, General Counsel – Portland, Oregon. Full-time role in the Energy – Utilities sector focused on providing legal advice on complex matters including Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters and energy contracts. Relocation is available.

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Provide legal advice on a variety of complex matters and projects, including FERC matters and transmission and energy contracts. Negotiate commercial contracts related to energy (e.g., power purchase agreements, build-transfer agreements, interconnection agreements). Represent the company in state regulatory or administrative proceedings before state public utility commissions. Advise on regulatory and political implications of business decisions; interpret and apply applicable laws and company policies. Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; bar admission in one or more states where the company conducts business. 8 years of prior law firm experience; mix of law firm and corporate or agency experience preferred. In-depth knowledge of legal and/or regulatory issues; familiarity with political and legal environment related to the company. Energy experience and general understanding of utilities; ability to assess and interpret external regulations. Bonus: has completed the bar exam in Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Idaho, and/or Wyoming. Job Details

Job Category: Legal – Regulatory / Compliance Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Portland, Oregon (Relocation available) Base Salary: $175,000 – $200,000 per year (plus bonus) Industry: Energy – Utilities Job Number: 83291711 Salary Notes Base pay range listed; actual compensation will be based on skills and experience. Final offered compensation may include additional bonus opportunities.

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