Senior Counsel - Regulatory (In Ofc 4 Days/Wk)

Senior Counsel – Regulatory

Please Note: You will be required to be in the office at 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA a minimum of four (4) days per week and/or as additionally required.

Relocation assistance may be provided if needed and if you qualify.

JOB SUMMARY

This position will serve as a senior-level attorney in the Company’s regulatory practice group and will be responsible for providing legal counsel and strategic guidance on a wide variety of matters. This position will work closely with the Company’s business units, members of senior leadership, and outside counsel to develop and implement the Company’s legal strategy related to key regulatory matters.

JOB RESPONSBILITIES

• Provide legal counsel on a wide variety of complex regulatory and external affairs matters.
• Support key regulatory litigation and compliance efforts related to core aspects of the Company’s business, such as integrated resource planning, rate making, and other proceedings.
• Develop and support the Company’s regulatory-litigation strategies and participate in all aspects of the regulatory-litigation process, including developing and responding to pleadings, drafting motions, briefs, and proposed orders, drafting written testimony, responding to discovery requests, supporting witness preparation, and drafting and negotiating settlement agreements.
• Provide accurate and timely legal support focused on the needs of the business, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with internal business partners, outside counsel, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee and collaborate with outside counsel representing the Company.
• Assist with management of the legal department budget, including oversight and approval of outside counsel spend.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an American Bar Association accredited law school with a J.D. degree and strong academic credentials.
• Licensed to practice law in one or more states in which the company or its subsidiaries operate.
• At least 6 years of experience, including law firm experience, practicing in complex business and/or regulatory litigation.
• Examples of relevant experience include developing litigation strategies in complex cases, developing and responding to pleadings, drafting and responding to motions and legal briefs, developing and responding to discovery, working extensively with witnesses in preparing for hearings, appearing before courts or regulatory bodies, conducting direct and cross examination of witnesses, and negotiating settlement agreements with opposing counsel.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex matters with competing deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong focus on inclusion, innovative thinking, practical solutions, and providing excellent client service.
• Knowledge of relevant utility statutes and rules and regulations is a plus but not required.
• High ethical standards and behaviors.
• Ability to engage frequently with senior company leadership.
• Extensive analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into easily understood and concise messaging.
• Able to work autonomously and in a team environment as appropriate.
• Occasional travel is required. (Perhaps up to 25%)

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 15352

Job Category: Legal & Compliance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power