Mid- To Senior-Level Tax Benefits Associate Attorney - Energy Industry

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Job Title:
Tax & Benefits Associate – Energy Transactions (Mid- to Senior-Level)

Job Overview:
A law firm based in Atlanta, GA is seeking a seasoned Associate Attorney to join its tax-focused legal team with a specialization in energy-sector transactions. The role involves advising clients on complex tax implications of renewable energy investments, including structured financings, mergers, and acquisitions. The position provides the opportunity to work with a collaborative national practice group and engage directly with high-profile energy clients.

Duties:

• Advise on tax aspects of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, battery storage, and carbon capture developments

• Support structured financing transactions involving tax equity investors and lenders

• Counsel project sponsors and utilities—both regulated and unregulated—on energy-related tax matters

• Draft partnership agreements and provide tax-related legal opinions

• Collaborate with deal teams across the firm to support M&A and financing deals

• Interact directly with clients and maintain firm-wide relationships across practice groups

• Participate in legal research, client presentations, and internal training initiatives

• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership via publications and speaking engagements

Requirements:

• 5–8 years of relevant legal experience in a transactional tax environment

• Demonstrated expertise in tax equity structures and renewable energy tax credits

• Familiarity with partnerships, financing structures, and utilities regulation

• Strong legal drafting and analytical abilities

• Admitted to the bar and in good standing in the state of Georgia

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

• Strong academic record preferred

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in Georgia required

Skills:

• Deep understanding of tax implications in the renewable energy sector

• Proficiency in transactional drafting and structuring

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities

• Strategic problem-solving and client advisory capabilities

• Ability to manage multiple matters and coordinate with cross-functional teams

Job Location:

• Atlanta, GA

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306