Sr Attorney
Position Specific Description
NextEra Energy Inc. seeks a regulatory attorney to support nuclear-related matters involving NextEra’s nuclear operating fleet of 7 reactors at 4 sites (Florida, New Hampshire, Wisconsin), and one recommissioning project (Iowa). The strong preference for this role requires experience with nuclear regulatory matters.
Reporting to the Managing Attorney – Nuclear, you will be at the forefront of all challenging nuclear matters, including NRC licensing, enforcement, nuclear access, employment, nuclear fuel cycle, commercial issues, etc. The attorney will also handle tasks such as drafting contracts, reviewing and advising the business regarding disputes, and managing vendor and other agreements related to the nuclear fleet. This attorney will participate in complex legal matters and projects and deliver timely and quality legal services to clients with minimal supervision. We are looking for one who is collaborative, flexible, self-motivated, curious, creative, and clear communicator (both written and verbal).
The ideal candidate would have the following:
J.D. from an accredited law school
5+ years practicing law, preferably with a top law firm, nuclear licensee, regulator, or in in-house roles
Job Overview
Employees in this job participate in complex legal matters and projects and deliver timely and quality legal services to clients with minimal supervision.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Provides written and oral legal advice to clients
• Anticipates and guards against legal risks involving the organization
• Works to ensure budget compliance and avoids the need for outside counsel
• Ensures disclosure of potentially material legal issues to senior leadership
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
• Member in Good Standing of State Bar
• High School Grad / GED
• Juris Doctorate
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience:5+ years
Preferred Qualifications
• None
