Principal Attorney I (power, Transmission, & Regulatory)
New York Power Authority
Albany, US
Albany: $156,000-$195,000; white plains: $179,000-...
On-site
Ny psc, nyiso, ferc tariffs, regulations
Legal contract drafting and negotiation
Managing closings for large projects
Provides legal advice/counsel to all NYPA’s business and functional areas with a focus on business units impacted by PSC, NYISO and FERC regulation including transmission development and operation
Job Summary
Provides legal advice/counsel to all NYPA’s business and functional areas with a focus on business units impacted by PSC, NYISO and FERC regulation including transmission development and operation.
Will require managing closings for large projects and asset transfers in coordination with NYPA’s real estate team.
The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation.
Matching Summary
Provides legal advice/counsel to all NYPA’s business and functional areas with a focus on business units impacted by PSC, NYISO and FERC regulation including transmission development and operation.
Salary
Albany: $156,000-$195,000; White Plains: $179,000-224,000; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
NY PSC, NYISO, FERC tariffs, regulations
Legal contract drafting and negotiation
Managing closings for large projects
Representing NYPA in disputes
Legal risk identification and monitoring
Nice-to-have
Mentorship and coaching legal staff
Strategic legal support for operations
Developing and implementing legal processes
Collaboration with business unit clients
Key Requirements
Juris Doctor Degree
Admitted to practice in New York State
Minimum 8 years of legal experience
Experience in energy, litigation, commercial, or employment law
Work Rights
Admitted to practice in New York State and Federal court