Senior Counsel, Real Estate, Siting, and Land Use

Eversource Energy • Westwood, MA • 2h ago

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship-either now or in the future-should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Eversource Energy, a Fortune 500 diversified electric, natural gas and water utility company with operations throughout New England, seeks to hire a full-time attorney. Eversource is committed to building a clean energy future for its customers, communities and employees as evidenced by its goal to reduce operational greenhouse gas (GHG) by 45% by 2035, and to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, as well as its strong support of renewables. Eversource fosters a collegial, supportive and inclusive work environment in which team members collaborate to provide our customers with safe, reliable and cost-effective service.

HYBRID WORK POLICY

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work?at least three days in the office, including?Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, ?based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work ?up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

The position provides legal support to Eversource clients in a broad array of legal matters, including real estate, land use, and transactional matters. Such matters include the acquisition, modification and disposition of real estate rights and negotiation of a wide range of agreements associated with the company's operations, capital projects, and diverse real estate holdings. The position may be located in Westwood, MA, Berlin, CT or Manchester, NH and is eligible, under Eversource's current hybrid work policy, for work from home up to two days per week as business circumstances and workload demands permit. However, regardless of where the position is based, the successful candidate may periodically be required to travel to attend in person meetings with internal and external stakeholders and/or attend hearings before federal, state and local regulatory agencies in Connecticut, Massachusetts and/or New Hampshire.

Position Requirements :

Requires knowledge of and experience with real estate, land use, and transactional matters, including experience with title reviews, easements, rights of way, leases, licenses, option agreements and purchase and sale agreements. Candidates having prior utility or energy industry experience are strongly preferred. Experience with data and cyber security issues and emerging AI technology is a plus. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and be able to work closely and collaboratively with in-house legal counsel, internal business clients, company management and, in certain cases, outside counsel. Being a good team player, well-organized, and able to identify business-oriented solutions to legal problems are important qualities to ensure success. The candidate must also demonstrate excellent written and oral communications skills and legal research abilities.

Compensation :

Compensation will be commensurate with the individual's demonstrated ability and level of experience.

Education :

Requires a Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctordegree.

Experience :

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a law firm, government agency, corporate law department or equivalent experience gained through energy/utility-related student internships/externships, clinical programs or coursework.

Licenses & Certifications :

Candidates admitted to practice in Connecticut, Massachusetts or New Hampshire are preferred; however, all candidates admitted to practice in another state and in good standing will be considered. Registration as house counsel in Connecticut and Massachusetts will be required of the successful candidate.

This position is being posted internally and externally. Equal consideration will be given to all candidates.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$176,930.00-$196,590.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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