Senior Counsel

Locations: Sun Prairie, WI (Hybrid)

WPPI Energy, a Sun Prairie-based municipal electric utility, seeks an attorney with strong transactional skills to join our team as Senior Counsel. This role offers the opportunity to work with existing legal and business staff on complex, high-value projects in a collaborative environment. Come be a part of this special culture that has earned us recognition as one of the Greater Madison Area’s Top Workplaces for five years running.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide legal counsel and advice on all aspects of operations through regular interface and collaboration with WPPI Energy leadership.
• Structure, draft and negotiate agreements covering an array of transactional matters such as power purchases, generation and transmission acquisition and operations, and taxable and tax-exempt financing arrangements.
• Coordinate with and manage outside legal counsel.
• Assist in developing and maintaining corporate policies, procedures and compliance programs.
• Support monitoring and engagement on behalf of WPPI Energy in legal and regulatory forums.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree and admitted (or willing to promptly attain admission) to practice law in the State of Wisconsin.
• Minimum of four years of experience in one or more transactional practice areas such as corporate, finance, real estate, or commercial contracts.
• Prior utility industry experience is helpful but not required. We value adaptability and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact and collaborate at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiating skills with consistent attention to detail.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting salary range: $135,000 to $180,000, based on experience.
• Flexible, employee-friendly hybrid work environment.
• An exceptional benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, life insurance and access to the State of Wisconsin Retirement Plans, including a traditional pension through the WRS and a 457 plan with employer match.
• Paid sick, vacation, holidays, parental leave, and educational reimbursement, along with professional development opportunities, wellness programs and more.

WPPI Energy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WPPI is committed to maintaining a strong, forward-looking organization, employing a diverse workforce that operates in an inclusive environment, fosters collaboration, and values our employees’ different viewpoints, strengths, and backgrounds. We promote a supportive workplace where employees excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.