Corporate Counsel, Commercial, Power Operations and Regulatory

Corporate Counsel, Commercial, Power Operations and RegulatoryLocation: Houston, Texas, US, 77002 Job ID#: 1081 Job Category: Legal Position Type: Regular FTJERA Americas Inc. is part of a global energy company, supporting the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable world while fulfilling our responsibility to provide a safe and stable supply of reliable and affordable energy. The Company is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based JERA, which stands for Japan's Energy for a New Era. JERA has committed to achieving net zero CO2 emissions from its businesses by 2050 and is contributing to the development of a sustainable society. JERA Americas seeks to continue its rapid expansion into renewable energy markets focusing on wind, solar, and cutting-edge technologies for hydrogen production and transportation. To meet the challenges of a fast-growing company, we are searching for talented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of the equation to provide energy for a new era.Position DescriptionEssential FunctionsReview, negotiate and draft complex commodity trading agreements, including NAESBs, ISDAs, applicable annexes/schedules, and long form confirmationsSupport operations for existing power assets (thermal and renewable) including but not limited to interpretation of contracts including PPAs, O&M and LTSAProvide support for compliance and regulatory matters as required including but not limited to regulatory filings; FERC, CFTC, ISO/RTO, PUC and market monitor inquiries related to plant assetsSupport negotiation of services agreements, vendor terms and conditions, purchase orders and other ancillary agreements, communication with (and notices to) third parties, and preparation of board consentsReview, negotiate and draft credit support documentation (guarantees, LCs, and related financial assurances)Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including Chief Legal Officer, operations, commercial, risk and credit teamsCoordinate with Chief Legal Officer and external counsel on regulatory, dispute, investigative, commercial and compliance mattersCompetenciesBusiness acumenCommunication proficiencyEthical conductStrategic thinking and problem-solving skillsDiscretion and confidentialityStatistical and analytical skillsGood organizational and time-management skillsStrong interpersonal skillsQualificationsRequired Education and ExperienceLaw degree and licensed to practice in TexasStrong credentials from an accredited law schoolMinimum of 2-5 years of in-house experience for an energy company (retail or wholesale gas or electric); or significant experience at a nationally recognized law firmAdditional Eligibility QualificationsKnowledge and understanding of the industry's regulations and best practicesHands-on experience with a variety of reporting operations and proceduresJERA Americas does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, JERA Americas shall have no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee.AP/EEO StatementJERA Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.