Experienced Corporate Attorney

Experienced Corporate Attorney

Location Madison

Job Category Legal

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Shape the Future of Energy Through Strategic Legal Counsel

At Madison Gas and Electric, legal is a trusted business partner. As a Corporate Attorney , you'll work closely with leaders across the organization to navigate complex business issues, manage risk, and support initiatives that are shaping the future of energy. From commercial agreements and regulatory matters to corporate governance and strategic projects, you'll provide practical legal counsel that helps move the business forward.

This role is ideal for a commercially minded attorney who enjoys variety, collaboration, and solving complex business challenges. You'll partner with stakeholders across operations, generation, energy delivery, technology, and corporate functions to identify solutions, balance risk with business objectives, and provide counsel on a broad range of legal matters.

We're seeking an experienced legal generalist with strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to communicate complex legal issues in a practical way. The successful candidate will be curious, adaptable, and eager to learn while providing day-to-day legal support across the organization.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Licensed to practice law in Wisconsin.

• Five or more years of experience in business/transactional, regulatory, real estate, administrative, or corporate law.

• Experience in the utility industry, another regulated industry, municipal or government agency, corporate practice, or commercial litigation preferred.

Join MGE

If you're looking for meaningful work, broad legal exposure, and the opportunity to partner with business leaders on complex and evolving challenges, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future with MGE.

At MGE, we're proud of our collaborative culture, commitment to continuous improvement, and dedication to serving our customers and community. You'll join a team that values integrity, accountability, and working together to achieve meaningful results.

MGE generates and delivers electricity to 167,000 customers in Madison, Wisconsin and purchases and distributes natural gas to 178,000 customers in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties. MGE's roots in the Madison area date back more than 150 years.

MGE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.