Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship 6either now or in the future 6should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).
The position provides legal support to Eversource clients in a broad array of legal matters, including real estate, land use, and transactional matters. Such matters include the acquisition, modification and disposition of real estate rights and negotiation of a wide range of agreements associated with the company 27s operations, capital projects, and diverse real estate holdings. The position may be located in Westwood, MA, Berlin, CT or Manchester, NH and is eligible, under Eversource 27s current hybrid work policy, for work from home up to two days per week as business circumstances and workload demands permit. However, regardless of where the position is based, the successful candidate may periodically be required to travel to attend in person meetings with internal and external stakeholders and/or attend hearings before federal, state and local regulatory agencies in Connecticut, Massachusetts and/or New Hampshire.
Position Requirements:
Requires knowledge of and experience with real estate, land use, and transactional matters, including experience with title reviews, easements, rights of way, leases, licenses, option agreements and purchase and sale agreements. Candidates having prior utility or energy industry experience are strongly preferred. Experience with data and cyber security issues and emerging AI technology is a plus. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and be able to work closely and collaboratively with in-house legal counsel, internal business clients, company management and, in certain cases, outside counsel. Being a good team player, well-organized, and able to identify business-oriented solutions to legal problems are important qualities to ensure success. The candidate must also demonstrate excellent written and oral communications skills and legal research abilities.
Compensation:
Compensation will be commensurate with the individual 27s demonstrated ability and level of experience.
Education:
Requires a Bachelor 27s degree and Juris Doctor degree.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a law firm, government agency, corporate law department or equivalent experience gained through energy/utility-related student internships/externships, clinical programs or coursework.
Licenses & Certifications:
Candidates admitted to practice in Connecticut, Massachusetts or New Hampshire are preferred; however, all candidates admitted to practice in another state and in good standing will be considered. Registration as house counsel in Connecticut and Massachusetts will be required of the successful candidate.
This position is being posted internally and externally. Equal consideration will be given to all candidates.
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Competencies:
Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$176,930.00-$196,590.00
Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers 27 needs is part of every employee 27s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
