Senior Attorney, U.S. Clean Energy

• Partner with directors and attorneys across the EDF U.S. Region team to set and advance project goals, objectives, strategies, and tactics for clean energy and utility regulatory advocacy.
• Lead the development of briefs, motions, draft litigation filings, and administrative comments advocating for relevant priorities.
• Conduct research and prepare legal analysis and written materials on legal, legislative, and regulatory issues facing US Clean Energy and relevant teams.
• Represent EDF in federal litigation and federal and state regulatory proceedings regarding laws, policies, and actions related to clean energy projects and infrastructure.

This role works to increase the speed and scale of deployment of clean energy resources in the United States to decarbonize the electric system and enable electrification of vehicles, buildings, and industry while maintaining reliability and affordability.

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years of practice directly relevant to federal litigation and regulatory matters related to energy issues.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school and an active bar membership required.
• Experience engaging with energy and infrastructure regulators such as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, and Council on Environmental Quality.
• Knowledge of statutes and regulations related to energy and infrastructure issues including the Federal Power Act, Natural Gas Act, and National Environmental Policy Act.

We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms.

EDF's U.S. Legal & Regulatory team engages in strategic regulatory advocacy and litigation to achieve clean and healthy air, drive clean energy progress, and ensure a stable climate for all.