Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Commercial (Transactional Generalist) - (Hybrid)

Exelon • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

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.

Are you in?

Primary Purpose

A senior lawyer who is a highly qualified attorney handling complex transactional legal matters and projects on behalf of the Company.

Primary Duties

Under minimal supervision, handles and leads numerous commercial, corporate, and procurement matters in support of all business units, including planning, conducting, and supervising complex legal assignments. Evaluates matters which may have a major bearing on the conduct of the Company's business, including both legal and business risks, and advises clients accordingly. Interprets and applies organization policy according to law.

Functional duties include providing general transactionally-focused legal advice; contract review; drafting and negotiating agreements and deal terms; counseling clients; coordinating with business and litigation teams on warranty, breach, and other performance issues; coordinating with, and providing consulting specialist support for, other Exelon lawyers (e.g., regulatory, litigation, labor & employment, etc.) concerning corporate and commercial issues relating to service agreements and transactions governed or impacted by electric or gas utility tariffs, laws, or regulations; and providing guidance and training within this transactional subject area. and coordination with Project Management and Supply colleagues

Prepares and revises, as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.

Projects / duties as assigned.

Job Scope

· Works independently as the sole Corporate & Commercial attorney for the majority of matters and with other Corporate & Commercial attorneys, other internal attorneys (e.g., Litigation or Labor & Employment), and/or outside counsel on complex commercial matters.

· Supports more senior attorneys in the ongoing management of relationships and matters with Exelon Operating Companies/Business Units and outside counsel.

· 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 professional experience in a specialized area of law. Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments. Requires excellent legal research, analytical abilities and on ongoing knowledge of federal or state law. Must have the ability to communicate clearly - both orally and in writing; to read and analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the electric and/or gas utility business or other regulated company or industry.

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.

Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at DandI@exeloncorp.com.

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