Assistant General Counsel - ComEd (Hybrid)

Primary Purpose

An entry-level to mid-level attorney responsible for providing full legal service across all areas of law to utility business clients under the supervision of a managing or supervising attorney. Carries out legal assignments, including research and preparation of contracts, memorandums of law, and provides general business support. May be required to draft witness testimony, motions and briefs.

Primary Duties

1. Performs broad and moderately complex legal assignments that are varied. Assists more experienced attorneys in representing Exelon with business, legislative, regulatory and project support, and possibly with agency proceedings and/or relevant litigation.
2. Advise clients with respect to all legal matters.
3. Responsible for developing an understanding of each client’s business and business philosophy and working with that client to remain compliant with laws and regulations.
4. Prepare, and revise as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
5. Projects / duties as assigned.

Job Scope

• Supports more experienced attorneys in ongoing relationships and matters with Business Units and outside counsel.
• Able to think strategically and work with Business Units to achieve Company objectives and manage risk.

Minimum Qualifications

• An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions. At least 4 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Requires excellent legal research, analytical abilities and ongoing knowledge of federal and/or state law, regulations, and company tariffs as required by the position.
• 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.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $128,800.00/Yr. – $177,100.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
• 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.

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