Ameren · 1 day ago
Corporate Counsel
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $209K/yr
5+ years expAmeren Services is a provider of administrative support to Ameren Corporation and its affiliates. The Corporate Counsel (Commercial Transactions) will draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts while collaborating with business teams to address challenges throughout the contract lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including, but not limited to, equipment supply agreements, EPC agreements, engineering and professional services agreements, interconnection agreements, consulting agreements, assignment agreements, and confidentiality agreements for Ameren Missouri, Ameren Transmission, and Ameren Illinois
Analyze and provide comments on financing documents including estoppel certificates, letters of credit, and parent guaranties to ensure Ameren's interests are protected
Lead contract negotiations on behalf of Ameren, clearly communicate key risks to Ameren stakeholders, solicit stakeholder feedback, and obtain mutually acceptable terms
Effectively manage client expectations regarding deliverables, demonstrate responsiveness and adaptability to meet project deadlines and evolving priorities
Where use of outside counsel is authorized, direct their work to ensure alignment with Ameren's risk tolerance, facilitate effective communication with internal stakeholders, and oversee legal budgets and cost allocation
Develop, update, and maintain standard contract templates designed to minimize risk exposure while remaining practical for counterparties
Strategize with Ameren stakeholders to address and resolve post-execution contract issues, including project cost and schedule challenges, and represent Ameren in resolving pre-litigation disputes with suppliers and service providers
Work closely with Ameren's regulatory attorneys and explain contract terms to support Ameren's applications to state and federal regulatory agencies
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate Degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school required
Licensed, eligible to practice or able to seek admission in Missouri required
At least five years of experience in a law firm, corporate legal department or similar environment, with strong preference for contract drafting experience
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Power Point, Excel), and Adobe PDF
Experience utilizing Microsoft Co-Pilot and AI tools for enhanced productivity
A willingness to work extended hours if needed to meet critical deadlines and ensure timely completion of key deliverables
Proven flexibility, versatility, and a collaborative approach to changing assignments and organizational priorities
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and high standards for quality work product
Ability to communicate complex contractual concepts to Ameren stakeholders concisely and comprehensively
Demonstrated independence, creative problem-solving, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Preferred
Proficiency with EPC agreements, construction agreements, mechanic's lien waivers, and industrial equipment supply agreements
Benefits
Medical coverage on date of hire
100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave
Company
Ameren
Ameren is a delivery company that specializes in natural gas and electric distribution, as well as electric transmission services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.35B2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2025-05-12Post Ipo Equity· $521.74M
2025-03-26Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Michael Moehn
Senior Executive Vice President and CFO, Ameren Corp; Chairman and President, Ameren Services
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Kevin DeGraw
Vice President, Renewable and Storage Projects
Recent News
2026-01-16
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