Counsel II (Employment)

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. The Counsel II role is a key strategic partner to our Human Resources and business leaders, providing expert legal guidance on a wide range of employment issues. This role demands a pragmatic, business-oriented attorney with a deep understanding of federal and state laws, capable of managing litigation, conducting investigations, training, and developing compliance strategies within the unique context of the energy industry, which includes unionized field employees subject to health and safety regulations (e.g., OR-OSHA). Experience in traditional labor law, including collective bargaining, grievance, arbitration, and union-related matters, is strongly preferred. However, c...