Mid- to Senior level Tax Benefits Associate - Energy Industry

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Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a mid- to senior-level Associate Attorney to join its Tax & Benefits Practice Group, specifically within the transactional tax subgroup serving clients in the energy industry. This role involves firm-wide collaboration and direct client interaction, with opportunities to work on complex tax structuring, partnership agreements, and opinion letters. Ideal candidates will bring both technical expertise and strategic insight into the evolving tax landscape, especially as it relates to energy-sector transactions.

Location:

• Washington, DC

Duties:

• Advise clients on transactional tax matters with a strong focus on the energy industry

• Draft and review complex partnership agreements and tax-related transaction documents

• Prepare formal legal opinions on tax-related issues

• Support energy-sector clients in structuring tax-efficient transactions

• Collaborate with attorneys across departments on deal teams and strategic tax planning

• Provide counsel on evolving tax regulations, particularly those impacting renewable energy, traditional energy, and infrastructure

• Participate in client development activities and professional organization involvement

• Engage in firm-sponsored speaking and writing opportunities to enhance thought leadership

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in transactional tax, with a focus on energy industry clients

• Prior experience drafting partnership agreements and issuing tax opinions strongly preferred

• Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients and across multi-office teams

• Law firm background preferred; large accounting firm experience may also be considered

• Strong academic track record and technical tax acumen

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the bar in the state where the candidate intends to practice

Skills:

• Deep understanding of tax code implications for partnerships and energy transactions

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

• Collaborative approach and ability to work with cross-functional teams

• Thought leadership or involvement in professional tax organizations a plus

Benefits:

• Direct client engagement and national platform exposure

• Opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and leadership

• Support for continued learning, writing, and public speaking engagements

• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request)

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306