Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Commercial (Projects) (Hybrid)

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In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

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A qualified attorney with experience in large projects, including project management, engineering, procurement and construction support.

1 Provides representation and counsel, both internal and external, regarding complex commercial legal assignments related to regulated electric and gas projects to negotiate complex construction projects for transmission and distribution assets, including contracting on an EPC (traditional and progressive) /GMP model Under minimal supervision, plans, conducts and supervises complex legal assignments, requiring an ability to evaluate matters that may have a major bearing on the Company’s business; evaluates legal and business risks and liability of strategic initiatives and advises clients accordingly. Review and draft legal documents and work closely and cooperatively with necessary internal legal (and at times, outside counsel) and other business departments to ensure timely and compliant project completion. Advise internal clients during all phases of project contracting. Interprets and applies internal policies consistent with the law.

2 Prepares budgets and oversight of outside counsel management

3 Provides project leadership direction to other department attorneys and support staff

4 Projects / duties as assigned.

- Supports leadership and colleagues in the ongoing management of relationships and matters on behalf of the Company, including with internal clients, outside counsel, and external stakeholders.

- Demonstrates superior legal judgment in the business context.

- Demonstrates innovation; generates new ideas and devises original and successful solutions, programs or actions.

Minimum Qualifications

An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions. At least 7 to 10 years of relevant professional experience. Experience in construction contracting including EPC/GMP models. Requires excellent analytical abilities. Must have the ability to communicate clearly - both orally and in writing, formally and informally; to read and analyze legal and legislative materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines. Experience in direct counsel to business clients.

- Experience with a regulated company or industry.

- Has strong comprehension of the electric and/or gas utility business.

- Experience with construction of large public projects.

Benefits

Benefits

- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $164,000.00/Yr. – $225,500.00/Yr.

- Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%

- 401(k) match and annual company contribution

- Medical, dental and vision insurance

- Life and disability insurance

- Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave

- Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support

- Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement

- Referral bonus program

- And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.