Senior Energy Attorney (8+ yrs)

About the role

The Energy and Renewables Team at Phillips Lytle is seeking a senior attorney with eight or more years of experience handling regulatory matters related to the energy sector. Candidates should have experience practicing before state public utility commissions and/or federal regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Handle regulatory matters related to the energy sector
• Practice before state public utility commissions and/or federal regulatory bodies
• Work on issues involving the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy, and/or New York Independent System Operator (or similar regional transmission organization)
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Contribute to the growth and success of the firm

Requirements

• Eight or more years of experience in regulatory matters related to the energy sector
• Experience practicing before state public utility commissions and/or federal regulatory bodies
• Experience working on issues involving the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy, and/or New York Independent System Operator (or similar regional transmission organization)
• Strong client relationship management skills

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in at least one state
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Skills

• Strong regulatory advocacy skills
• Effective client relationship management
• Proven ability to handle complex regulatory issues

Benefits

• Annual salary range: $152,000 - $225,000 in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester; $189,000 - $250,000 in Chicago, Garden City, New York City
• Flexible workplace
• Commitment to advancement
• Significant client contact and responsibility
• Community engagement and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Other benefits include bonus program, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, basic group life insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) & Roth plan options with employer match, flexible spending account plan options, 10 annual holidays, paid time off, and a focus on growing the firm across its entire footprint

Pay

• Annual salary range: $152,000 - $225,000 in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester; $189,000 - $250,000 in Chicago, Garden City, New York City

Schedule

• Flexible schedule