Consumers Energy provides electric and natural gas services across Michigan, supporting homes, businesses, and communities with essential energy infrastructure. The company’s 7,500 employees work across the energy sector with a focus on safe, dependable service and the development of sustainable energy solutions. Its careers span a dynamic industry where teams contribute to reliable energy delivery and the communities the company serves.
Senior Legal Analyst — Consumers Energy (Hybrid, Iowa)
Support ITC’s power-grid business through legal research, discovery management, technology administration, and operational analytics. Help advance Legal Department systems, processes, and decision-making.
Description
- Research and interpret statutes, case law, agency orders, and related legal matters
- Lead or contribute to Legal Operations projects involving legal technology, reporting and analytics, workflow optimization, process improvement, and department-wide initiatives
- Implement, administer, and enhance Legal Department technologies and processes through configuration, training, issue resolution, and continuous optimization
- Create reports, metrics, dashboards, and analyses that support planning, resource allocation, matter management, and operational decisions
- Prepare legal memoranda and correspondence
- Support attorneys with case and matter preparation, including agreements, filings, pleadings, comments, and other submissions
- Track dockets and work schedules to keep the legal department informed and support compliance and efficient operations
- Oversee discovery projects by coordinating the collection and analysis of materials and preparing preliminary responses
- Complete additional job-related responsibilities and special projects as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or comparable combination of education and relevant experience
- At least five years of related professional experience
- Ability to conduct research effectively in support of job responsibilities
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation capabilities
- Clear verbal and written communication with company leaders and internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
- Proficiency with Westlaw, Microsoft Office, NetDocuments, and comparable software
- Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer
- ITC does not provide employment visa sponsorship, including H-1B or TN visas
Benefits
- Competitive industry compensation
- Benefits package
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Inclusive culture that values every voice and celebrates differences