Associate Lawyer - Commercial Energy

Urban Legal Recruitment Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Commercial Energy Associate to join their prestigious Energy team in Calgary. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile energy-related transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and project developments. The firm is known for its commitment to excellence and offers a supportive environment for career advancement. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for a motivated legal professional looking to make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Tier 1 bonus program

Comprehensive health benefits

Health and wellness subsidy

Continuing education incentives

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of experience in corporate or energy law from a reputable firm.
• Strong transactional experience with drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on energy-related mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate agreements for project structuring and joint ventures.

Skills

Mergers and Acquisitions

Project Development

Negotiation Skills

Corporate Law

Client Service Orientation

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Join a prestigious Tier 1 firm renowned for its expertise in Mergers & Acquisitions, Energy, Capital Markets, Project Finance, and Banking.

Our client is committed to excellence for both their clients and their attorneys, and is consistently recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada publication.

Position: Commercial Energy Associate

The commercial energy practice group is seeking a talented mid to senior level Commercial Energy Associate to join its highly regarded Energy team in Calgary. This group provides premier legal counsel on all aspects of energy-related private mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and complex project development transactions. Key focus areas include project structuring, co-ownership arrangements, operations, marketing, supply/offtake transactions, and new developments involving industry conglomerates, investor groups, and emerging independent producers and operators.

If you are looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• 3-10 years of post-call corporate/energy experience from a reputable law firm, or a combination of private practice and in-house experience in oil and gas, power, and renewables.
• Experience in private mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and/or project development.
• Strong transactional experience, including drafting and negotiation skills.
• Above-average academic credentials.
• Proven team player with a strong work ethic.
• Client service-oriented mindset.
• Must be qualified to practice law in Canada.

What Our Client Offers:

• Competitive lockstep Tier 1 base salary
• Tier 1 bonus program
• Comprehensive health benefits, including a health and wellness subsidy
• Continuing education incentives

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes and transcripts confidentially to Stacy Cowan at Urban Legal Recruitment. We prioritize discretion and confidentiality. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.