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Assistant General Counsel – Regulatory Policy and Compliance

Constellation

Washington, WA

Full Time

Posted November 9, 2026

$220k - $244k

Power Generation

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed November 10, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
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Job Description

A highly experienced attorney who works independently and has major matter, team or client responsibilities as well as certain responsibilities for other attorneys on a project-specific/mentoring basis.

Key Responsibilities

Performs as a specialist in one or more fields of law, provides technical and expert legal services to Constellation Business Units.
Prepare, and revise as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
Provides legal counsel to all levels of management, including senior management.
Under little or no supervision, plans, conducts and supervises large and highly complex legal assignments; evaluates both legal and business risks and advises clients accordingly; represents Constellation in transactions, litigation or other relevant matters.
Handles and supervises complex legal regulatory matters, including regulatory proceedings before state and federal agencies, regulatory compliance matters, and regulatory support for wholesale and retail commercial transactions.
Performs as a specialist in one or more fields of law, provides technical and expert legal services to Constellation Business Units.
Prepare, and revise as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
Provides legal counsel to all levels of management, including senior management.
Under little or no supervision, plans, conducts and supervises large and highly complex legal assignments; evaluates both legal and business risks and advises clients accordingly; represents Constellation in transactions, litigation or other relevant matters.
Handles and supervises complex legal regulatory matters, including regulatory proceedings before state and federal agencies, regulatory compliance matters, and regulatory support for wholesale and retail commercial transactions.

Requirements

An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions
10-years professional experience in a specialized area of law
Excellent legal research, analytical abilities, and knowledge of federal and or state law
Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to apply them to complex assignments
Experience with California state regulatory matters affecting electricity and natural gas market participants, including California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and California Independent System Operator (CAISO) matters
Experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters
Experience with other Independent System Operators/Regional Transmission Organizations (i.e., PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, ERCOT)
Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; to analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines; and to provide realistic risk assessments and practical advice to clients.
An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions
10-years professional experience in a specialized area of law
Excellent legal research, analytical abilities, and knowledge of federal and or state law
Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to apply them to complex assignments
Experience with California state regulatory matters affecting electricity and natural gas market participants, including California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and California Independent System Operator (CAISO) matters
Experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters
Experience with other Independent System Operators/Regional Transmission Organizations (i.e., PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, ERCOT)
Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; to analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines; and to provide realistic risk assessments and practical advice to clients.

Benefits & Perks

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $219,600 to $244,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).