Environmental Policy Attorney-BHE

This is a multi-level opportunity and the successful candidate will be hired at the level that best aligns with their experience and expertise.

The Environmental Policy Attorney serves as a key legal and policy advisor supporting BHE's operations across complex regulatory environments in the U.S., Great Britain, and Canada. Reporting directly to BHE's Senior Vice President, Chief Environment and Sustainability Officer, this role provides strategic guidance on environmental compliance, legislative and regulatory developments, and corporate sustainability initiatives, while advancing the company's business objectives in a dynamic energy landscape.

MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

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

• Licensed to practice law in any U.S. state
• Eight or more years of legal experience for the.
• Significant experience in environmental, energy, or administrative law
• Strong knowledge of utility regulation and environmental compliance frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with regulators, policymakers, and stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, communication, and strategic thinking skills

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of experience with electric utility or energy sector legal issues
• Background in legislative or regulatory advocacy
• Familiarity with U.S. environmental and energy policy landscape

Impact

This role is central to advancing Berkshire Hathaway Energy's commitment to reliable service, environmental stewardship, and responsible innovation. The Environmental Policy Attorney helps position the company to meet evolving regulatory requirements while contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of Berkshire Hathaway Energy. The management team of Berkshire Hathaway Energy reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.

• Regulatory & Compliance Counsel

Provide legal advice on federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations, including air quality, water quality, waste, climate, and natural resource protection requirements.

• Policy & Legislative Strategy

Monitor, analyze, and shape environmental legislation and regulatory rulemaking at the state and federal levels. Advocate for company positions before regulatory agencies, legislative bodies, and industry groups.

• Agency & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as a primary liaison with government agencies, regulators, and external stakeholders. Build and maintain relationships that support constructive engagement and favorable regulatory outcomes.

• Corporate Strategy & Risk Management

Advise senior leadership across BHE on environmental risks, emerging regulatory trends, and policy developments impacting utility operations and long-term strategy, including decarbonization and clean energy initiatives.

• Transactional & Project Support

Conduct environmental due diligence and advise on permitting, siting, and compliance issues for infrastructure projects, including generation, transmission, and distribution assets. Serve as general legal advisor on environmental policy matters to all BHE platforms across the U.S., Great Britain and Canada.

• Litigation & Enforcement Support

Support management of environmental litigation, administrative proceedings, and enforcement actions, coordinating with outside counsel as necessary.

• Internal Collaboration & Training

Partner with business units, compliance teams, and operational leaders to implement effective environmental policies and programs. Provide guidance and training on regulatory obligations and best practices.

• Regulatory & Compliance Counsel

Provide legal advice on federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations, including air quality, water quality, waste, climate, and natural resource protection requirements.

• Policy & Legislative Strategy

Monitor, analyze, and shape environmental legislation and regulatory rulemaking at the state and federal levels. Advocate for company positions before regulatory agencies, legislative bodies, and industry groups.

• Agency & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as a primary liaison with government agencies, regulators, and external stakeholders. Build and maintain relationships that support constructive engagement and favorable regulatory outcomes.

• Corporate Strategy & Risk Management

Advise senior leadership across BHE on environmental risks, emerging regulatory trends, and policy developments impacting utility operations and long-term strategy, including decarbonization and clean energy initiatives.

• Transactional & Project Support

Conduct environmental due diligence and advise on permitting, siting, and compliance issues for infrastructure projects, including generation, transmission, and distribution assets. Serve as general legal advisor on environmental policy matters to all BHE platforms across the U.S., Great Britain and Canada.

• Litigation & Enforcement Support

Support management of environmental litigation, administrative proceedings, and enforcement actions, coordinating with outside counsel as necessary.

• Internal Collaboration & Training

Partner with business units, compliance teams, and operational leaders to implement effective environmental policies and programs. Provide guidance and training on regulatory obligations and best practices.