Assistant General Counsel - Commercial (Hybrid Schedule)

About Us

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At SoCalGas, we believe that every Californian deserves a resilient energy future. We are working to achieve that future by empowering California to reach its sustainability goals through innovation, collaboration, and decarbonization.

As our state’s energy needs change, we will be there providing reliable energy that is clean, safe, and affordable to our 22 million customers.

In addition to helping shape the future of hydrogen technology and clean energy, as an employee of SoCalGas you’ll also enjoy an aggressive total compensation plan, multiple upward mobility opportunities and the ability to find a true work life balance.

We also strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting top talent and maintaining a diverse workforce. To discover more about how rewarding it is to work here, we invite you to visit these pages on our website : Our Mission;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Sustainability, In the Community, and Employee Benefits. Join SoCalGas today to share in our mission to build the cleanest, safest, and most innovative energy company in America!

Primary Purpose

To lead the Commercial Section of the SoCalGas Law Department, serve as a trusted advisor to the company and a strategic partner with the leadership team on transactional matters to help SoCalGas achieve its vision of being the cleanest natural gas utility in North America.

Areas of responsibility broadly include commercial contracts, finance support, real estate, municipal franchises, and compliance counseling.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise lawyers or others in the law department in the handling of transactional matters affecting SoCalGas.
• Manage outside counsel providing legal services to the assigned area.
• Provide strategic advice to other attorneys, as well as to others in the Business Units and company leadership.
• Work with General Counsel in administration and oversight of the law department.
• Resolve workplace related concerns of supervised personnel and manage staff to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Encourage and support the professional development of others.
• Formulate and monitor the objectives, plans, schedules, budgets, policies, and procedures pertaining to specific legal activities.

Qualifications

Education

JD (Juris Doctor) J.D. or L.L.B. from an accredited law school. Required

Experience

• 12 + Related experience is required.
• Experience in the utilities industry is preferred.
• Antitrust experience is preferred.
• Governance experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Maturity of judgment and conduct.
• Some travel (mostly within California) required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Licenses & Certifications

Admission to the California Bar and a member in good standing. Required.

Benefits

SoCalGas offers a comprehensive benefits program to help support employees both personally and professionally. For this role, these benefits include, but are not limited to :

• Competitive pay.
• Annual Bonus program (35% minimum).
• LTIP (Long Term Incentive Plan) awards consist of three performance-based and one time-based restricted stock unit awards (35%).
• Medical, dental, and vision packages (plus free Mental Health resources / sessions).
• 401K company match (up to 4%) & Company provided Pension Plan (7.5%).
• Work / Life Balance.
• Untracked Paid Time Off.
• Wellness Programs / Classes.
• Tuition / Education Reimbursement.
• Career Development Tools & Resources through SoCalGas University.

Total Rewards Philosophy

SoCalGas strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

SoCalGas offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition.

Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

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Remote working / work at home options are available for this role.