Lead Assistant General Counsel

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

The base salary range for the Lead Assistant General Counsel role is $240,000 to $278,000. In addition, the position is eligible for an Annual Incentive Program, offering a bonus of up to 20% of base salary. The role also qualifies for Xcel Energy’s long‑term incentive program, which provides a long‑term equity grant of up to 25% of base salary. Together, these elements create a well‑rounded and competitive total compensation package that includes base pay, short‑term incentives, and long‑term rewards.

Position Summary

Responsible for all legal representation of Xcel Energy in front of the Public Utilities Commission of Texas and New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. Lead a growing team of attorneys and manage outside counsel in developing and prosecuting key regulatory proceedings. Regularly interface with executives and other leaders in the company regarding regulatory strategy designed to ensure Xcel Energy is able to continue providing reliable, affordable and sustainable power to its customers

Essential Responsibilities

- Provides leadership and counsel to Xcel Energy management on legal, business, legislation, regulation and strategic matters.

- Prepares contracts, agreements and other documents for business transactions.

- Represents Xcel Energy in courts, regulatory agencies and other adjudicatory or adversarial proceedings.

- Manages a team of attorneys within area of expertise. May act as a primary point of contact for business areas.

Minimum Requirements

- J.D. degree from ABA accredited law school;

- Licensed to practice, or able to be licensed to practice on reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe of accepting the position, in the state where the position is located.

- 10 or more years of practice in corporate law department, law firm, government practice or equivalent experience.

- Leadership experience required.

Preferred Requirements

Utility Experience or heavily regulated industry

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $240,000.00 to $278,000.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Long Term Incentive, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

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Deadline to Apply: 04/24/26

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