Deputy General Counsel - Corporate, Securities & Commercial

Requisition:  81039

PSEG Company:  PSEG Services Corp.

Salary Range: $ 205,300 - $ 337,300

Work Location Category: Hybrid Flexible

 

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories:

Onsite are roles that have specific onsite requirements and are typically onsite daily.

Hybrid fixed are roles that are a blend of onsite work/in-person interactions with some ability to work remotely and require employees to live within a commutable distance and be onsite fixed days each week.

Hybrid flexible are roles that can be performed remotely but require some level of onsite work/in-person interactions on a regular basis, require employees to live within a commutable distance and, since business needs vary by position and may change over time, managers will set expectations and flexibility regarding where and when work is performed.

Fully remote are roles that can be performed remotely, require employees to live in approved states and will have purpose-driven in-person interactions on occasion.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year (including vacation, scheduled holidays, and floating holidays).

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie, and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Executive Vice President and General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel – Corporate and Commercial is responsible for leading the Corporate, Securities and Commercial functions of PSEG’s Legal Department. This position will lead a team of attorneys and paralegals responsible for all legal aspects of (1) securities law and disclosure matters including periodic and current SEC reporting and the Company’s quarterly earnings calls, (2) M&A, joint ventures and other significant transactions, (3) commercial contracts and procurement activities across the Enterprise and (4) corporate financings including credit facilities and securities offerings.

This position manages outside counsel for major transactions and SEC matters as well as seconded attorneys dedicated to major projects. 

Job Responsibilities

Corporate and Securities Counsel Group
•    Leads legal support for periodic and current SEC reporting including 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K filings and the Proxy Statement, as well as the Company’s quarterly earnings calls.  
•    Oversees compliance with federal securities law on all disclosure and other matters for the Enterprise.  
•    Leads legal support for all corporate financings including credit facilities, equity and debt issuances and share repurchase programs.
•    Primary legal advisor for Investor Relations, External Communications, Accounting, Treasury, Tax and ESG functions within PSEG.  
•    Collaborates with the Office of Corporate Secretary on corporate governance matters. 
Commercial Counsel Group
•    Oversees legal support on M&A, joint venture and other significant transactions for the Enterprise.  
•    Leads legal support for all commercial transactions across the Enterprise including contracts for electric, gas and nuclear construction, equipment and materials, IT projects, products and services, and HR projects and services. 
•    Primary legal advisor for all matters handled by the corporate development group including M&A and joint venture opportunities, nuclear growth projects and transmission projects. 
•    Leads legal support for all procurem