Senior Counsel (In House Counsel), Legal
At National Grid, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, affordable, and clean energy to the communities we serve. We are seeking an experienced and business-minded attorney to join our New York Legal team as Senior Counsel, Regulatory & Compliance Affairs. This role provides a unique opportunity to advise on complex regulatory, compliance, and policy matters that are critical to advancing New York's energy future.
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Senior Counsel, Regulatory & Compliance Affairs
Location: Syracuse or Brooklyn New York
At National Grid, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, affordable, and clean energy to the communities we serve. We are seeking an experienced and business-minded attorney to join our New York Legal team as Senior Counsel, Regulatory & Compliance Affairs. This role provides a unique opportunity to advise on complex regulatory, compliance, and policy matters that are critical to advancing New York's energy future.
Job Purpose
As Senior Counsel, you will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across National Grid, providing strategic legal guidance on regulatory proceedings, compliance obligations, risk management, and emerging energy policy developments. You will partner with stakeholders across the organization to navigate a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape while supporting key business priorities and operational objectives.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in matters involving the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC), state and federal regulatory requirements, infrastructure investments, grid modernization initiatives, clean energy programs, customer-focused initiatives, cybersecurity, and legislative developments impacting the utility industry.
This position requires a practical, solution-oriented attorney who can balance legal risk with business objectives and effectively influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide legal counsel on regulatory, compliance, and operational matters affecting National Grid's New York businesses.
- Support and manage proceedings before the New York State Public Service Commission and other regulatory agencies.
- Advise business leaders on regulatory requirements, compliance obligations, risk mitigation strategies, and policy developments.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to develop proactive approaches to emerging legal and regulatory challenges.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, regulatory filings, comments, and related materials.
- Monitor legislative, regulatory, and industry developments and provide strategic guidance on business impacts.
- Support company initiatives related to infrastructure investment, clean energy transition, grid modernization, customer programs, data privacy, and cybersecurity.
- Collaborate with external counsel, industry groups, regulators, and other stakeholders as needed.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission.
- Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters and provide practical, business-focused advice.
- Excellent judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
More Information
Location: Syracuse or Brooklyn NY
Salary: $146,000 - $171,000
REcruiter: Alisa Pezzino
Closing Date: Midnignt November 20th 2026
Joining National Grid means contributing to some of the most significant energy challenges and opportunities facing New York today. You will work alongside a collaborative and experienced legal team that values mentorship, professional development, and meaningful impact. This is an opportunity to shape regulatory outcomes, support the clean energy transition, and help ensure reliable energy service for millions of customers.
If you are a strategic, collaborative attorney looking to make a meaningful impact while building a long-term career, we encourage you to apply.
Salary
$146,000 - $171,000 a year
This positon can be based in Syracuse or Brooklyn NY
Recruiter- Alisa Pezzino
This position will close at midnight on Novemebr 20th. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible
National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
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This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.
National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.
Nearest Major Market: Syracuse