Experienced Electric Regulatory Associate

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Total compensation also includes an excellent benefits package.


Law Firm Seeks Experienced Electric Regulatory Associate in Washington, DC or Seattle, Washington

- Seeking experienced associate with 5+ years of electric regulatory experience
- Work on energy regulatory and policy matters, particularly interpreting and applying the Federal Power Act
- Represent investor-owned utilities, public power utilities, developers, and power marketers
- Join a premiere national and regional energy practice at Van Ness Feldman
- Maintain work/life balance with a 1700 annual billable hour requirement and opportunities for pro bono and business development activities
- Generous bonuses for exceeding billable hour target
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k profit-sharing plan, and employee wellness opportunities
- Culture of mutual respect, appreciation, and support for professional development
- Hybrid work environment at the Firm
- Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications:
- Foundational knowledge of Federal Power Act, Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA), and other federal energy laws
- Knowledge and experience with FERC cost-of-service ratemaking policies, open access transmission service and interconnection matters, market-based rate authorizations, and market rules for wholesale energy, capacity, and ancillary services
- Strong analytical research and writing skills
- Exceptional communication skills
- Experience before state utility commissions or federal and state courts on energy regulatory matters is a plus

Salary Information:
- Starting annual base salary based on 5+ years of experience in the range of $175,000 to $195,000
- Total compensation includes bonuses for exceeding annual billable hour target
- Excellent benefits package

Join Van Ness Feldman, a premiere national and regional energy law practice, as an Experienced Electric Regulatory Associate in Washington, DC or Seattle, Washington. With a focus on maintaining work/life balance, this role offers the opportunity to work on energy regulatory and policy matters, representing a variety of clients in the industry. As part of a supportive and collaborative team, this position also offers opportunities for professional development and a competitive compensation package.

Experience and Expertise:
- 5+ years of electric regulatory experience
- Strong foundational knowledge of Federal Power Act, PURPA, and other federal energy laws
- Experience with FERC cost-of-service ratemaking policies, open access transmission service and interconnection matters, market-based rate authorizations, and market rules for wholesale energy, capacity, and ancillary services
- Exceptional analytical research and writing skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience before state utility commissions or federal and state courts on energy regulatory matters is a plus

Work/Life Balance:
- 1700 annual billable hour requirement
- Opportunities for pro bono and business development activities
- Generous bonuses for exceeding billable hour target
- Hybrid work environment at the Firm
- Culture of mutual respect, appreciation, and support for professional development

Compensation and Benefits:
- Starting annual base salary in the range of $175,000 to $195,000
- Total compensation includes bonuses and excellent benefits package
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k profit-sharing plan, and employee wellness opportunities

Join the team at Van Ness Feldman and make your mark in the energy industry. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Firm values diversity and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Take the next step in your career and send your confidential inquiries to .

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Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k profit-sharing plan, employee wellness opportunities, bonuses for exceeding annual billable hour target.

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Analytical research, writing, communication, knowledge of energy laws and regulations, experience with federal and state courts, state utility commissions, and market-based rate authorizations.

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Qualification and Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in electric regulatory work, strong understanding of the Federal Power Act and other relevant energy laws, exceptional communication and writing skills, experience with state utility commissions and federal/state courts is a plus.

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