Senior Counsel, Finance & SEC (hybrid schedule)

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.  Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.  This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Eversource Energy, a Fortune 500 diversified electric, natural gas and water utility company with operations throughout New England, seeks to hire a full-time attorney. Eversource is committed to building a clean energy future for its customers, communities and employees as evidenced by its goal to reduce operational greenhouse gas (GHG) by 45% by 2035, and to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, as well as its strong support of renewables. Eversource fosters a collegial, supportive and inclusive work environment in which team members collaborate to provide our customers with safe, reliable and cost-effective service.

Eversource has an opening for an attorney with 5+ years of corporate and securities law experience, including substantial hands-on experience advising public companies on SEC reporting and disclosure obligations.  The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, business-minded attorney who thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable advising senior leadership on complex disclosure and governance matters. The successful candidate will:

• Lead or play a key role in drafting and advising on filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including ’34 Act periodic reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8‑K, ’33 Act registration statements on Forms S-3 and S-8, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings, and ensuring compliance with SEC and NYSE rules and regulations.
• Support and enhance disclosure controls and procedures and coordinate cross-functional disclosure processes.
• Advise senior management and regularly interact with executive leadership on disclosure and governance matters, including coordinating the review of earnings and other press releases, presentations, significant internal communications and other announcements.
• Advise the Treasury department on capital markets transactions, including underwritten debt and equity offerings, private placements, credit facilities, loan agreements, pension management and other Treasury matters.
• Advise on and manage the preparation of Section 16 and Rule 144 filings and advise directors and executive officers on insider trading policy and Rule 10b5-1 plans as required.
• Advise on and support general corporate and commercial matters, including reviewing and negotiating contracts, supporting business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, asset and stock purchases, and joint venture arrangements. 
• Provide support on matters relating to the board of directors and senior management, including with respect to the annual meeting of stockholders, corporate governance matters and legal entity management.
• Provide legal counsel on a diverse range of matters related to day-to-day operations of the Company, including investor relations, finance, treasury, internal audit and compliance efforts, including the development and ongoing review of policies and procedures and the implementation of training initiatives.

The following experience is helpful but not necessary:

• Commercial transactional contract negotiation.
• Executive compensation matters, including incentive plans and programs, equity administration and related public company disclosure considerations including CD&A and say-on-pay disclosure.
• ESG and sustainability reporting, including climate-related disclosures.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Requires significant proficiency in at least one substantive area of the law 
• Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Email)
• Requires complex organizational and analytical skills
• Must be a good team player, well organized, and able to identify business-oriented solutions to complex legal problems.

Education:     

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor Degree               

Experience:        

• Minimum of five (5) years in a law firm or corporate law department            

Licenses & Certifications:  

• Admission in good standing to the Massachusetts; Connecticut; and/or New Hampshire Bar and Federal Bars preferred
• Candidates admitted to practice in another state and in good standing will be considered but will be required to gain admission to the appropriate state Bar within one year, required

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with occasional time spent in field (right-of-way, take station, e.g.,) and in court or before administrative agencies, as necessary.

Mental Aspects:

• Work includes periodic involvement in time-sensitive projects having a potentially significant impact on Eversource success.  Often involved in adversarial/confrontational situations. 
• This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$176,930.00-$196,590.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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