法律顾问 II - 商业运营

Job Description

At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Join a team where your legal expertise directly shapes how the business operates. In this role, you'll work closely with business leaders across generation, energy delivery, and corporate functions to navigate complex commercial agreements, assess risk, and drive practical solutions. From operational sourcing contracts to third-party risk management, you'll bring a strategic lens to everyday decisions that keep the business moving forward.

This is an opportunity for a commercially minded attorney who thrives on variety and continuous learning. You'll handle everything from contract structuring and dispute management to advising on new and evolving issues, building both depth and breadth along the way. If you're someone who can balance legal risk with business outcomes and wants to grow in an in-house environment with strong mentorship and exposure, this role offers a meaningful opportunity.

What you will do

• Develops strategy, advocates, and manages standard commercial litigation, transactions or regulatory dockets before state or federal regulatory agencies involving multiple parties to achieve successful outcomes.
• Provides legal counsel on a wide range of standard legal matters, including transactional, human resources, litigation, intellectual property, real estate, public company or regulatory matters.
• Responsible for specialized role in standard projects involving internal teams, business units and external resources.
• Assignments are carried out with moderate guidance and direction. Supports executive and top-level management and legal counsel from other organizations and serves as a primary point of contact for internal clients related to legal issues.
• Collaborates with business units and with various staff departments, facilitates compliance with federal and state regulations. Remains abreast of proposed legislation and regulatory changes across a number of disciplines which might affect the organization.
• Drafts contracts, pleadings, memorandum and other legal documents for filing before regulatory agencies or state for federal courts, or for use by internal business teams. Ensures filings are supported by compelling evidence and present persuasive arguments to achieve objectives.
• Monitors legal and business developments that may affect a project and determines the appropriate course of action. Responsible for assessing project risk. Evaluates the scope and resources used for the project and determines the level of expertise (internal and/or external) needed to complete a project. Manages stakeholder relationships and communications.
• Respectfully questions the client, where applicable, or when business decisions create legal risks. Gives direction and offers support. Provides resources to remove barriers to task accomplishment. Supports knowledge sharing and learning culture.
• Demonstrates adaptability by working creatively to address specific situations and accepts change. Develops new approaches for job or area. Generates new ideas to enhance legal processes.
• Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy's Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities

Education Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school, college or university is required. Admission to practice law in Iowa or Wisconsin, or the appropriate jurisdiction is required. Required

Required Experience

• 3 or more years of experience in a wide range of legal issues after receiving law degree.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven ability to plan and carry out more complex and non-routine work at a high level with minimum direction.
• Demonstrated excellent legal research skills.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills

• Business Acumen Business Negotiations Conflict Management Contractor Management Corporate Governance Legal Consulting Legal Writing Litigation Professional Advocacy * Regulatory Compliance

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Pay Range

$135,000 - $177,000This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [email protected].