This position will be responsible for the acquisition of land and land rights through the processes of condemnation, zoning, subdivision, and right of entry via court order. This position is primarily responsible for guiding Power Delivery and Corporate Real Estate on managing the legal aspects of land and land rights acquisition as well as assessing risk and advising on mitigation strategies. Duties include the ability to draft, review, analyze, and revise legal documents, the ability to provide counsel for internal customers, represent the company at public hearings, and the ability to negotiate with others as it relates to the acquisition of land and land rights. This position will act as a liaison between corporate real estate, multiple internal organizations, external partners, and company retained counsel. Work activities must be completed within set time parameters to ensure delays are not incurred.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead internal collaboration required to execute the acquisition of land and land rights pursuant to the doctrine of eminent domain to ensure compliance with state law
- Manage activities associated with the acquisition of proper zoning, subdivision, and permit approval for property purchased for the construction of company facilities including distribution, transmission, generation, and primary work locations
- Manage activities associated with obtaining right of entry upon property to allow suitability studies to be performed in support of company projects
- Lead legal negotiation of agreement terms and conditions for complex real estate transactions
- Provide counsel for internal customers seeking to acquire legally defendable land rights and assess and assign risk levels to acquisitions
- Communicate with leadership on the terms and risks associated with real estate transactions
- Represent the company in public hearings related to land use and planning
- Draft, review, analyze, and revise legal documents
- Ensure all activities associated with the acquisition of land and land rights comply with APC policies and state laws
Candidates that meet the below criteria are encouraged to apply:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- A JD degree is preferred
- Current law license (in good standing) in the State of Alabama is desirable
- Legal education and experience with state real estate laws, rules and regulations
- Experience with land use and planning
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, & SKILLS:
- Knowledge of real estate practices and principles
- Excellent demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and produce timely results, while being self-motivated and creative
- Interpersonal skills to effectively work with people and be part of a team that is charged with balancing the legal, ethical and political considerations to represent Alabama Power’s best interests
- Project management experience
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
- Ability to bring consensus and buy-in among people with different views and agendas
- Experience in a courtroom, zoning, or other public hearing activities is a plus
- Ability to work closely with and convene both internal and external stakeholders including power delivery, environmental, project management, accounting/tax, internal counsel, consultants, landowners and their counsel.
The successful candidate will follow a hybrid schedule of four days in-office and one day remote at Alabama Power’s Downtown Birmingham headquarters, subject to business needs.
Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.
For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 16315
Job Category: Real Estate & Land Management
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Alabama Power
