The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.



The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s interconnected power grid and facilitate Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is pleased to offer an articling opportunity to a motivated law graduate. The successful candidate will participate in the AESO\xe2\x80\x99s Student-at-Law Program, which supports the development of a law graduate into a practicing lawyer in accordance with the Legal Profession Act, the Rules of the Law Society of Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta Code of Conduct.

You will be part of the Legal and Regulatory Affairs department. Working collaboratively with internal colleagues, our team provides strategic legal and business advice in relation to a number of regulatory and commercial matters and ultimately ensures compliance with the AESO\xe2\x80\x99s public interest mandate, in accordance with our legislative and regulatory legal obligations.

You will:
Support legal counsel in providing verbal and written legal advice on issues relevant to the AESO, including both commercial and regulatory matters.

Conduct legal research and draft memoranda to communicate findings.

Assist in the drafting and development of AESO authoritative documents.

Assist in responding to requests for information, preparing guidance documents and training materials.

Provide support in preparing for and executing stakeholder consultation sessions.

Assist with the AESO\xe2\x80\x99s participation in regulatory proceedings held by the Alberta Utilities Commission and with litigation files if/as they arise.

Develop a knowledge management database of legal and regulatory opinions and materials.

Develop an understanding of the AESO\xe2\x80\x99s mandate, relevant legislation, government policies and industry issues.

Signs you will enjoy working in this team:
You thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary and dynamic environment.

You have a curious mind and enjoy research.

You have excellent written and spoken communication skills and experience dealing with technical information.

You enjoy collaborating with a wide variety of people on projects and programs and participating in lively debate.

You enjoy balancing multiple files and projects.

You have an interest in the regulatory framework of Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s electricity industry.

You have:
A Bachelor of Laws or a Juris doctor Degree from a faculty of common law at a Canadian university or an equivalent qualification.

Eligibility to article as a student-at-law within the Province of Alberta as of May 2023

Strong legal research skills and computer literacy.

Previous related work and volunteer experience is an asset.

We provide:
A flexible start date (May \xe2\x80\x93 September)

A competitive salary and benefits.

Reimbursement of Law Society Fees.

A potential rotation through a law firm or an administrative tribunal.

Continuation of your salary while attending CPLED modules.

If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to be full participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Application deadline: April 18, 2023

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

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