Energy Regulatory Lawyer

We are currently seeking Energy Regulatory Lawyers to work with our global energy clients. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in energy law and regulatory compliance, with expertise in advising clients on regulatory matters affecting the energy industry, specifically matters related to pipeline safety and hazardous materials transportation regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel and support to clients on regulatory compliance matters related to energy laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels, with a specific focus on PHMSA regulations governing pipeline safety and hazardous materials transportation.
• Monitor regulatory developments and changes in energy policies, including proposed regulations, rulemakings, and enforcement actions by regulatory agencies.
• Advise clients on regulatory requirements and best practices for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of pipelines and related facilities, including compliance with integrity management programs and emergency response planning.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Active bar license in the state in which you reside.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience practicing energy law, with a focus on regulatory compliance, preferably in a law firm, government agency, or corporate legal department setting.
• Strong knowledge of energy laws and regulations applicable in Texas, including PHMSA regulations under the Pipeline Safety Act and Hazardous Materials Transportation Act and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations.

 Preferred Qualifications (not required but considered advantageous): 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with the ability to effectively advise clients and advocate their interests in regulatory matters.
• Demonstrated experience advising clients on PHMSA regulatory compliance matters, including pipeline safety standards, incident reporting requirements, and regulatory enforcement actions.
• Familiarity with the Pipeline Integrity Management Program (IMP) requirements, including risk assessment methodologies, pipeline integrity assessments, and corrosion control measures.
• Familiarity with energy market structures, including electricity markets, natural gas markets, and renewable energy credit (REC) markets.

Compensation, Benefits & Location:

This role offers a range of competitive compensation starting at $155,000 and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401K and more.  Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, Australia and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services. 

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at benefits@axiomlaw.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. 

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