Energy Counsel, Commercial Services​/Commodity Trading

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Structure, draft, negotiate and facilitate commercial transactions around a variety of commercial energy activities (both physical and financial) in power, natural gas, renewable energy, environmental attributes, and other commodity, derivatives, and energy management services, including, negotiating master trading agreements, such as ISDAs, NAESBs, EEIs and WSPPs
• Proven track record of exercising sound business and legal judgment, with appropriate attention to detail, in a fast‑paced and high‑volume environment
• Ability to work across various segments of the organization that may be out of the area of direct responsibility to assist corporate, commercial and industrial and retail teams
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
• Efficiently work with outside counsel as necessary within budget and/or timing constraints

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

• The preferred location for this position is Princeton, New Jersey or Houston, Texas.
• Some travel may be required

• JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in NJ, TX or another state
• Four (4) to eight (8) years of relevant legal experience

• Understanding of master trading documentation, such as ISDA, NAESB, EEI and WSPP
• General working familiarity of regulatory regimes governing derivatives and energy market activities, such as FERC, CFTC, Dodd-Frank, ICE and similar exchanges, RTOs/ISOs and public utility commissions
• Specific knowledge of CAISO and WPP markets, in addition to ERCOT, MISO, PJM, ISO-NE, and/or NY-ISO will be viewed favorably

• Excellent contract drafting and communication skills, particularly to assist non-legal stakeholders in understanding complex legal and regulatory risks and requirements
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, demonstrated ability to set priorities and to respond to changing demands from multiple sources
• Basic working knowledge of the UCC, bankruptcy and insolvency law, and general commercial law is preferred
• Familiarity with Canadian derivatives regulations or energy/commercial law is not required but would be considered a valuable attribute

The base salary range for this position is: $178,000 - $220,000
* * The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards.

In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts.