Counsel II

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. 

Job Summary:

The CenterPoint Energy legal department is looking for a corporate attorney with 2 to 5 years of experience with a background with securities, financing and strategic and merger and acquisition transactions.  Experience with renewables generation transactions would be a plus.  

    
Essential Functions: 

Primarily provide legal advice on and support for:
Strategic corporate and mergers and acquisitions matters and transactions
Public and private debt and equity offerings, commercial paper, credit agreements, letters of credit and other corporate treasury matters 
Hedging and derivatives matters
Also provide legal advice on and support for:
Securities laws and public company disclosure matters (Securities Act and Exchange Act), including filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (e.g. Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and Current Reports on Form 8-K) and other disclosure issues
Public company corporate governance matters, corporate governance documents, and compliance with stock exchange listing requirements
Complex commercial transactions, as needed
Demonstrating an ability to collaborate across functional groups in the company outside of the legal department
Influencing and providing timely and effective legal and business advice and support at all organizational levels on complex transactions
Participating in mandatory emergency operations plan procedures

Basic Qualifications:

Education:  

Bachelor’s degree and a J.D. (Doctor of Jurisprudence) degree required from an accredited law school. 

Experience:

2 – 5 years of corporate experience at a large law firm and/or as in-house counsel. Must be eligible to practice in at least one state in the United States, preferably Texas. 
Experience with matters relating to securities, finance and credit agreements, capital markets, strategic transactions, mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, corporate governance and complex commercial transactions preferred.
Experience in energy and utilities, including electric generation, transmission and distribution, and natural gas distribution, is a plus.
Experience in renewables generation transactions such as build-transfer agreements and power purchase agreements, is a plus.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 
 

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time 
Posting Start Date: 12/10/2025​
Posting End Date: 12/31/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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