Senior Counsel

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Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

It is strongly preferred for this position to be in Raleigh, North Carolina.The exact location will be determined at the time of offer based on business needs.

Position Summary

Duke Energy seeks an experienced and motivated Senior Counsel to join its legal department, providing critical support in regulatory legal matters in North Carolina. The position offers an exciting opportunity for a mid-level attorney to develop expertise in the energy sector while contributing to Duke Energy’s strategic objectives. This position will play a vital role in supporting the legal and strategic needs of the business by representing Duke Energy in state regulatory proceedings, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, advancing the company’s strategic objectives, advising business units on a wide range of legal issues, and managing legal risks in a dynamic and evolving energy landscape.

Reporting directly to the Deputy General Counsel, the Senior Counsel will provide legal support for state regulatory proceedings, compliance obligations, and other legal matters impacting Duke Energy in North Carolina. This includes preparing regulatory filings, providing legal counsel, and representing the company in regulatory matters. The selected candidate will collaborate with internal teams and external counsel to mitigate legal risks, support company objectives, and achieve favorable outcomes in legal proceedings.

Responsibilities

Required/Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Working Conditions

#LI-AB1

#LI-Hybrid

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Yes

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Thursday, June 19, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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