Associate General Counsel

Associate General Counsel - Contracts

Location: Hybrid within service area states of DE, PA, MD, OH, VA, NC, GA or FL with periodic travel as needed

What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Your role in our success:

The purpose of the Associate General Counsel – Contracts is to provide legal support services to Chesapeake Utilities Corporation and its affiliates (collectively, the “Company”) relating to asset management, mergers & acquisitions, real estate transactions, special projects, and other initiatives.

What you'll be working on:

• Negotiating and drafting contracts, including technology contracts, pipeline interconnection agreements, service agreements, franchise agreements, developer agreements, lease agreements, easement agreements, supply agreements, and customer agreements.
• Researching and providing written and oral advice to, and representation for, the Company on matters principally pertaining to organic growth projects, energy delivery services, mergers & acquisitions, dispositions, restructurings, joint ventures, and real estate transactions.
• Working across the organization and with due diligence teams to evaluate strategic opportunities.
• Overseeing engagements and billings for external counsel services.
• Periodic commuting to assigned Company office may be required as much as weekly. Travel to other Company offices may be required at least quarterly.
• Participating in industry organizations such as the American Gas Association and developing/maintaining working relationships with members of such organizations to inform work being performed by the Company.
• Staying informed of industry activity that may have an impact on the present and future operations of the Company or its employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

• Juris Doctorate
• Ten (10) years of legal experience in law firm and/or in-house positions.
• Current member in good standing of the Bar of Delaware, Maryland, Florida, or Ohio.
• Working knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Company and the natural gas industry preferred.
• Significant experience negotiating and drafting complex contracts.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills (both oral and written).
• Exceptional analytical, judgment, and reasoning abilities.
• Strong organizational skills to handle numerous projects at the same time.
• Innovative and creative thinking to foster solutions to meet the Company’s needs.

Benefits/what’s in it for you?

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Quarterly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com.