Senior Counsel

Iberdrola

Senior Counsel providing legal counsel on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and NYISO matters. Supporting Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation and New York State Electric & Gas Corporation's transmission operations.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRochester • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $164,000 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advises internal stakeholders and clients on statutes, rules, and regulations enforced by FERC, and interprets NYISO market rules and Open Access Transmission Tariffs.
Drafts, reviews, and files applications, interventions, comments, compliance plans, and other documents required by FERC and/or NYISO or needed for the Company to participate in regulatory proceedings of significance to the Company.
Tracks and responds to regulatory orders, notices, and requests for information.
Provides legal advice to in-house clients regarding market operations, policy changes, and relevant initiatives at NYISO.
Identifies and mitigates regulatory and compliance risks related to energy market participation and project development.
Works closely with FERC transmission policy and federal government affairs on FERC matters.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; Bar admission in New York.
Minimum of six (6) years’ experience practicing energy law, with a focus on federal regulation, FERC, or ISO/RTO operations.
Demonstrated knowledge of FERC statutes, regulations, orders, and ISO/RTO tariffs and protocols.
Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills; Ability to translate complex regulatory issues into practical advice to a variety of internal client teams.
Excels in dynamic work environments and cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and organizational acumen.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong ethical values, consistent with AVANGRID’s core values.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
Generous performance‑based bonuses
12% 401(k) match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways

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Hard Skills & Tools

FERC StatutesISO/RTO TariffsRegulatory ComplianceLegal Document DraftingRegulatory Risk Mitigation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical MindsetOrganizational AcumenAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration in Cross-Functional Teams