National Grid · 6 days ago
Counsel (In House Counsel), Legal
Waltham, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$152K/yr - $180K/yr
3+ years expNational Grid is seeking a high-impact regulatory attorney to support their strategic priorities through practical, business-focused counsel and collaborative partnership. The role involves providing timely legal advice, building trusted partnerships, and managing legal risks while navigating complex regulatory matters.
DeliveryEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Provide timely, pragmatic counsel grounded in business and regulatory context; frame clear, deliverable options
Translate complex issues into concise guidance; communicate with impact and adapt style to influence outcomes; develop strong networks
Build trusted, early partnerships across the business to shape outcomes and accelerate delivery
Ability to establish and develop relationships with external stakeholders
Anticipate needs using sector insight; prioritize effectively; drive and work efficiently on time-sensitive matters with sound judgment under pressure
Manage legal risk and governance rigorously; identify, escalate, and mitigate key risks; inform colleagues on procedures
Lead through ambiguity and change by clarifying purpose, simplifying complexity, and synthesizing issues for senior forums
Use digital tools and innovation to improve delivery; define clear accountabilities and uphold high ethical standards
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school
Admission in good standing to the Massachusetts bar
Experience advising on complex, business-critical regulatory matters
At least 3 years' energy regulatory experience, preferably in Massachusetts practicing before the Department of Public Utilities, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated track record delivering pragmatic, business-relevant advice, building cross-functional relationships, and influencing outcomes at pace
Evidence of operating effectively amid ambiguity and change, simplifying complexity, and enabling teams to execute
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to translate complexity and tailor messages to diverse audiences
Commitment to ethical conduct, development of self and others, and inclusive leadership behaviors
Company
National Grid
National Grid facilitates electricity and gas transmission system and focuses on delivering clean energy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
NYSERDASEKStrategic Innovation Fund
2025-08-21Grant· $2M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $937.85M
2024-09-11Grant· $19.95M
Leadership Team
Zoë Yujnovich
Chief Executive Officer
Anntonette Zembrzuski Alberti
Manager, Product Growth and NY Customer Energy Management Growth
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