Vistra Corp.

Senior Counsel, Energy Trading & Commercial Contracts

Vistra Corp.  •  United States (Hybrid)  •  18 days ago
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Job Description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Vistra Corp. is a leading, Fortune 275 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, providing essential resources for customers, commerce, and communities. Vistra is the largest competitive residential retail electricity provider in the country operating several retail brands with a presence in national competitive retail markets and the District of Columbia.

This position resides in the Legal team and will report to the Managing Counsel. This position serves as the primary negotiator and drafter of various legal agreements for clients and is responsible for supporting the legal activities related to contracting support.

Key Accountabilities

Advise internal clients on complex legal issues pertaining to deal structure, risk allocation, and contractual strategyIdentifying key legal and commercial issues and proposing pragmatic, business focused solutions particularly with respect to wholesale tradingDraft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, and other legal documents including, but not limited to, standard trading agreements (EEI, ISDA, and NAESB)Provide guidance for complex energy services and infrastructure development projects, including drafting and negotiating complex agreements and transactional documentsSupporting procurement and supplier contracting and negotiationNegotiate and structure transactions to support business objectivesCoordinating with external counsel where specialist input is requiredSupporting broader legal matters as needed in a growing in house function

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school required.Active U.S. State Bar license and member in good standing.Minimum of 8 years' legal experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial transactionsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced work environmentStrong problem-solving abilitiesEnergy industry experience preferred

Key Metrics

Timely negotiation and drafting of contracts for CompanyEnsure compliance across all function of the contracting processDevelop effective partnerships with internal clients to identify and mitigate legal risks while achieving contracting objectivesTimely and accurate updates and reporting to stakeholders and business clients regarding contracting status that may affect business deliverables and projects

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Job Family

Legal/Compliance

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, TexasTexas

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email usat assistance@vistraenergy.com tomake a request.

Vistra Corp.

About Vistra Corp.

Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company, based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is a leader in transforming the energy landscape with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability. The company safely operates a reliable, efficient, power generation fleet of natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities while taking an innovative, customer-centric approach to its retail business. Learn more at vistracorp.com.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Year Founded
1882
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