Senior Associate Attorney in Environment Energy amp Resources

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Senior Associate Attorney to join their Environment, Energy & Resources practice group in Washington, D.C. or Palo Alto, CA. The successful candidate will lead significant matters at the intersection of digital infrastructure and energy transition, working with renowned partners.

Duties

• Lead data center power transactions, drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements and energy service agreements.
• Provide strategic advice on electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs, focusing on capacity market mechanisms and interconnection policies.
• Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance with market-based rate programs.
• Counsel clients on emerging energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon-free energy procurement strategies.
• Participate in client relationship management and contribute to thought leadership in digital and energy infrastructure.
• Mentor associates within the practice group, ensuring excellence in work product and professional development.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in energy law.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings independently.
• Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act and wholesale power markets.
• Collaborative self-starter.
• Must be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of office location.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Excellent strategic advisory capabilities.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior attorneys.

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306