Tax Associate Attorney

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Job Title: Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A Houston-based law firm is seeking a junior-level tax associate to join its tax team with a particular emphasis on renewable energy and energy transition-related matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated legal issues including federal tax law, project finance, and M&A transactions involving tax equity and renewable incentives. Ideal for an attorney seeking to build a career in cutting-edge areas of energy tax law within a collaborative, global-minded environment.

Duties:

• Provide tax structuring and advisory services for complex project finance and M&A transactions

• Support deal execution and tax diligence in transactions involving renewable energy projects

• Advise on U.S. federal tax matters, including tax credits introduced under the Inflation Reduction Act

• Collaborate closely with senior practitioners across transactional and regulatory teams

• Conduct research and analysis on evolving tax legislation and its implications for clients

• Contribute to internal knowledge development and innovation in tax practice processes

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience practicing federal tax law, ideally within a large or mid-sized law firm

• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy and energy transition sectors

• Knowledge of partnership taxation and federal energy-related tax incentives

• Experience supporting transactional matters such as project finance or M&A preferred

• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills

Education:

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

• Strong academic performance required

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of Texas, or eligibility for waiver/admission

Skills:

• Ability to interpret complex tax statutes and apply them to novel scenarios

• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple matters concurrently

• Strong interpersonal skills and an aptitude for working in cross-functional teams

• Commitment to continuous learning in a rapidly evolving legal and regulatory landscape

Job Location:

• Houston, Texas

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision plans

• Life and disability insurance coverage

• Participation in 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plans

• Paid parental leave (minimum 14 weeks) and competitive paid time off (minimum 20 days annually)

• Fertility and family-forming benefits, including Carrot Fertility support

• Mental health resources including Lyra Health (8 free sessions)

• Pet insurance through Spot

• Access to Peloton digital wellness platform

• $2,500 vacation stipend for meeting billing thresholds

• Business development support and access to executive coaching

• 8 hours of firm-sponsored pro bono or volunteer time per year

• Employee referral bonus program

• Access to innovative tools and platforms for legal service delivery

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306