Senior Attorney Or Principal Attorney - Securities

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you're looking for.
Position Summary
Provides legal counsel to Xcel Energy and its subsidiaries and manages outside counsel. Handles routine legal matters with minimal assistance from other attorneys, assists other attorneys with complex legal matters. The candidate should have strong knowledge of corporate and securities laws, corporate governance matters, as well as transactional and securities offering experience.
Essential Responsibilities

• Advise on corporate finance transactions (e.g., public and private debt and equity offerings, credit facilities and other project financings) and related securities registration requirements and other Treasury matters (e.g., hedging agreements).
• Prepare and review SEC filings (e.g., Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, proxy statement and Section 16 filings).
• Provide legal support and advice with respect to SEC reporting requirements (including ESG and cybersecurity requirements), Nasdaq compliance and other corporate governance matters.
• Assist the Corporate Secretary with preparation and review of board meeting materials.
• Provide legal advice related to investor relations and public disclosure issues, including review of earnings releases, press releases and investor communications.
• Review, revise and maintain corporate policies and charters.
• Advise on securities and insider trading matters.
• Manage subsidiary governance, including maintenance and updates to corporate governance documents for company subsidiaries.
• Provide legal support and advice for Xcel Energy Foundation.

Xcel Energy strives to be a diverse and inclusive culture. We create and foster a culture of diversity and inclusion to drive employee engagement by recognizing both individual and group contributions in support of corporate goals. We promote an environment that recognizes, celebrates and embraces diverse cultures, interests, perspectives and experiences in the communities served by Xcel Energy. As we accept ourselves and accept our differences, we promote an environment of inclusion for Xcel Energy and our communities.
Senior Attorney Minimum Requirements (Salary Range: $103,000 - $146,332)

• Juris Doctorate degree from ABA accredited law school.
• 3-6 years of practice in corporate law department, law firm, government practice or equivalent legal experience.

Principal Attorney Minimum Requirements (Salary Range: $136,000 - $195,000)

• Juris Doctorate degree from ABA accredited law school.
• 6-10 years of practice in corporate law department, law firm, government practice or equivalent legal experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of and have experience working on public company debt and equity offerings and credit facilities.
• Knowledge regarding Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K reporting requirements, proxy disclosure rules, Regulation S-K, and other SEC rules and regulations affecting disclosure obligations of public companies.
• Strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Large law firm experience is preferred.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $103,000.00 to $195,000.00 per year
This position may also be eligible for the following benefits and/or pay components: Pay - Annual Incentive Program, Pay - Long Term Incentive, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Personal holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) (full-time employees only), Parental Leave
Pay and benefit packages may vary based on position. Some employees are under collective bargaining agreements, which determine the benefits they will receive. If the information conflicts with the terms of the written plan documents governing the plan, the plan document will control. Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
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