Duke Energy Corporation
Counsel- Environmental Health & Safety
Duke Energy Corporation, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.The preferred location for this position is Duke Energy Plaza in Charlotte, NC. However, the hiring manager may consider other locations in North or South Carolina. The exact location will be determined at the time of offer based on business needs.Job Summary
The Environmental Health & Safety attorney will be responsible for providing legal guidance on environmental, health & safety (EHS) issues across the Duke Energy enterprise. This is a mid-level associate attorney position. Although prior experience in supporting environmental matters or with administrative law is desired, it is not required.This position requires independent judgment and frequent client contact under the general direction of the Deputy General Counsel. From time to time, more discrete matters may be managed by an Associate General Counsel. High quality and timely legal advice and counsel in support of the business unit or legal practice area is required. The successful candidate must possess proficient oral and written communication skills and develop relationships with clients to ensure client communication and responsiveness. In addition, responsiveness and teamwork within the Office of General Counsel, as well as a dedication to continuously developing knowledge of the Company and industry, is necessary.Attorney-assigned responsibility for routine legal matters include primarily EHS, but can also include general corporate matters, contracts and transactions, and litigation support.This position is hybrid, which includes a mix of onsite and remote work. Occasional travel is required.Responsibilities
Provide counsel to Company on environmental matters to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.Interpret state and federal laws and regulations on air, water, and waste matters as well as other environmental issues, to ensure timely compliance to avoid unnecessary expenditures.Stay abreast of legal developments, regulatory changes, and court interpretations.Participate in and provide legal advice, as needed, in support of new and existing generating facilities.Advise on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issues, including handling inspections, attending informal conferences, and defending citations.Provide quality, timely legal advice to management for day-to-day matters and major ongoing legal projects that fall within the incumbent’s realm of expertise.Research and draft legal documents, such as legal memoranda, contracts, corporate governance documents or other legal documents, and assist with negotiations.Work to establish professional relationships within the Company related to areas of subject matter expertise.Contribute to projects of significant importance to the Company from a risk, monetary, or policy perspective. Work with and at the direction of the leader in the department.Consult with Associate General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel on legal issues with significant value or which may have economic, political, or media implications for the Company.Monitor legal developments, legislation, and pending legislation promulgated by the federal government and the states in which the Company does business, to assess and advise implementation of and compliance with new laws and regulations. Stay abreast of interpretations adversely affecting current methods of operations.Maintain job-related technical knowledge and skills and in-depth knowledge of issues relating to the utility industry.Lead and/or serve on committees, special projects, or other assignments as directed to further departmental goals.Basic/Required Qualifications
Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) degree from an accredited law school.In addition to degree, two (2) years minimum of experience practicing law.Actively licensed to practice law in any state in the United States.Desired Qualifications
Strong written & verbal communication skills.2 years minimum of experience practicing environmental or administrative law.Experience handling matters for public utility companies.Proven effective research and writing skills.Excellent oral communication skills.Basic understanding of electricity production.Licensed to practice law in North Carolina.Experience with Clean Air Act issues.Experience with Clean Water Act issues.Experience with coal ash or EPA’s Coal Combustion Residuals rule.Experience with solid and hazardous waste issues.Experience with natural resources issues and the National Environmental Policy Act.Experience with federal and state environmental permitting.Experience analyzing complex matters and reducing them to manageable products and communications.Sound judgment and decision-making.Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously.Ability to take initiative and work independently.Ability to work as a part of a team of other lawyers and business people.Previous experience handling litigation matters.Experience drafting legal pleadings.Working Conditions
M – F, 2 – 3 days per week onsite.Occasional travel.Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to Duke Energy Plaza.Travel Requirements
5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable): NoRepresented/Union Position: NoVisa Sponsored Position: NoPosting Expiration Date
Thursday, September 5, 2024. All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.Privacy: Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibility
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The Environmental Health & Safety attorney will be responsible for providing legal guidance on environmental, health & safety (EHS) issues across the Duke Energy enterprise. This is a mid-level associate attorney position. Although prior experience in supporting environmental matters or with administrative law is desired, it is not required.This position requires independent judgment and frequent client contact under the general direction of the Deputy General Counsel. From time to time, more discrete matters may be managed by an Associate General Counsel. High quality and timely legal advice and counsel in support of the business unit or legal practice area is required. The successful candidate must possess proficient oral and written communication skills and develop relationships with clients to ensure client communication and responsiveness. In addition, responsiveness and teamwork within the Office of General Counsel, as well as a dedication to continuously developing knowledge of the Company and industry, is necessary.Attorney-assigned responsibility for routine legal matters include primarily EHS, but can also include general corporate matters, contracts and transactions, and litigation support.This position is hybrid, which includes a mix of onsite and remote work. Occasional travel is required.Responsibilities
Provide counsel to Company on environmental matters to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.Interpret state and federal laws and regulations on air, water, and waste matters as well as other environmental issues, to ensure timely compliance to avoid unnecessary expenditures.Stay abreast of legal developments, regulatory changes, and court interpretations.Participate in and provide legal advice, as needed, in support of new and existing generating facilities.Advise on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issues, including handling inspections, attending informal conferences, and defending citations.Provide quality, timely legal advice to management for day-to-day matters and major ongoing legal projects that fall within the incumbent’s realm of expertise.Research and draft legal documents, such as legal memoranda, contracts, corporate governance documents or other legal documents, and assist with negotiations.Work to establish professional relationships within the Company related to areas of subject matter expertise.Contribute to projects of significant importance to the Company from a risk, monetary, or policy perspective. Work with and at the direction of the leader in the department.Consult with Associate General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel on legal issues with significant value or which may have economic, political, or media implications for the Company.Monitor legal developments, legislation, and pending legislation promulgated by the federal government and the states in which the Company does business, to assess and advise implementation of and compliance with new laws and regulations. Stay abreast of interpretations adversely affecting current methods of operations.Maintain job-related technical knowledge and skills and in-depth knowledge of issues relating to the utility industry.Lead and/or serve on committees, special projects, or other assignments as directed to further departmental goals.Basic/Required Qualifications
Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) degree from an accredited law school.In addition to degree, two (2) years minimum of experience practicing law.Actively licensed to practice law in any state in the United States.Desired Qualifications
Strong written & verbal communication skills.2 years minimum of experience practicing environmental or administrative law.Experience handling matters for public utility companies.Proven effective research and writing skills.Excellent oral communication skills.Basic understanding of electricity production.Licensed to practice law in North Carolina.Experience with Clean Air Act issues.Experience with Clean Water Act issues.Experience with coal ash or EPA’s Coal Combustion Residuals rule.Experience with solid and hazardous waste issues.Experience with natural resources issues and the National Environmental Policy Act.Experience with federal and state environmental permitting.Experience analyzing complex matters and reducing them to manageable products and communications.Sound judgment and decision-making.Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously.Ability to take initiative and work independently.Ability to work as a part of a team of other lawyers and business people.Previous experience handling litigation matters.Experience drafting legal pleadings.Working Conditions
M – F, 2 – 3 days per week onsite.Occasional travel.Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to Duke Energy Plaza.Travel Requirements
5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable): NoRepresented/Union Position: NoVisa Sponsored Position: NoPosting Expiration Date
Thursday, September 5, 2024. All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.Privacy: Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibility
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