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Duke Energy Ohio, Inc Senior Counsel or Associate General Counsel - Ohio Regulatory in Columbus, Ohio
More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. 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. *This position can be hired as a Senior Counsel or Associate General Counsel* Position Summary Experienced and knowledgeable attorney with in-depth knowledge concerning a broad range of state energy regulatory policy issues. Substantial state utility commission experience, energy policy, customer choice, power siting, and renewable energy experience preferred, with a preference for litigation and oral advocacy experience. Will be responsible for providing legal guidance requiring independent judgment and frequent client contact. Provide high quality and timely legal advice and counsel in support of the business unit or legal practice for all electric and natural gas utility matters, with a special emphasis on issues associated with customer choice, energy transition, and siting. Attorney also assigned responsibility for routine legal matters including, but not limited to ratemaking, PURPA policy issues, prudence determinations, affiliate issues, and other issues germane to an investor-owned regulated utility. Develop relationships with clients to ensure client communication and responsiveness. Demonstrate responsiveness and teamwork within the legal department. Senior Counsel- An attorney with significant experience and maturity who works under the direction of a Deputy General Counsel or Associate General Counsel on defined legal problems or legal problems lacking clear precedent which require the application of specialized expertise. The incumbent handles litigation and administrative matters and addresses legal problems and concerns arising out of the day-to-day functions of the company. Works on non-routine matters which require a broad and thorough understanding of the Company's business and industry. Handles contracts, appellate activity, and other commercial documents which allows the Company to operate efficiently within the boundaries of the law. Perform complex assignments, using legal research, analytical and writing skills Provide legal advice to management regarding matters of some complexity which may have a material dollar impact on business operations Research legal principles and precedents, consult with outside counsel, draft and execute legal documents, and gather relevant case information using multiple sources and methods Associate General Counsel - Ohio Regulatory works under the direction of a Deputy General Counsel on defined legal problems or legal problems lacking clear precedent which require the application of specialized expertise and business acumen. The incumbent's primary duties will be to work on administrative litigation matters in Ohio and possibly Kentucky concerning general energy policy issues and to otherwise addresses legal and regulatory problems and concerns arising out of the day-to-day functions of Duke Energy. Works on non-routine matters which require a broad and thorough understanding of the Duke Energy's business and industry. Perform complex assignments, using legal research, analytical and writing skills, involving both state and federal law. Provide legal advice to management regarding matters of some complexity which may have a material dollar impact on business operations. Research legal principles and precedents, consult with outside counsel, draft and execute legal documents, and gather relevant case information using multiple sources and methods. Handles administrative litigation matters and conducts hearings including presentation of witnesses and cross examination. Coordinates and collaborates on regulatory ma