Business Law Associate, Energy

McCarthy Tétrault LLP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Calgary seeks a highly-motivated lawyer to join our national Business Law Group with a focus on Energy. The successful candidate will work with a diverse team delivering strategic advice to energy sector clients, including oil and gas, power and energy transition projects.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years post-call corporate and commercial experience, with energy experience and strong academics, analytical, drafting and teamwork skills, and a commitment to client

Qualifications

• 3–6 years post-call corporate and commercial law experience, with energy sector focus.
• Oil & gas, electricity and/or renewables expertise; CCUS/energy transition experience.
• Experience in private M&A, joint ventures and complex commercial work.
• Strong academic and professional credentials.
• Excellent analytical, communication and drafting abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and client service excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Drafting skills

Teamwork

Client service

Education

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

The Calgary Office of McCarthy Tétrault LLP seeks a highly-motivated lawyer to join our national Business Law Group with a focus on Energy. The successful candidate will join a diverse and skilled team which provides a full range of legal advice to clients in the energy (oil & gas, power and energy transition) and infrastructure industries.

The ideal candidate is motivated by excellent work and highly engaged colleagues and appreciates superior technology and other support. The candidate will have:

• 3 – 6 years of post-call corporate and commercial law experience, with a preference for candidates with oil and gas, electricity and/or renewables expertise, and CCUS and other energy transition experience and/or interest, including experience in private M&A, joint ventures and complex commercial work;
• Excellent academic and professional credentials;
• Strong analytical, communication and drafting skills; and
• A demonstrated commitment to teamwork and client service excellence.

The successful applicant will work closely with leading business law lawyers and be part of a top-tier team providing sophisticated legal advice to a diverse range of Canadian and international clients.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and post-secondary academic transcripts to the attention of:

McCarthy Tétrault LLP provides a broad range of legal services, delivering strategic and industry-focused advice and solutions for Canadian and international interests. The Firm has a substantial presence in Canada's major commercial centres as well as in New York and London, and in Latin America.

Built on an integrated approach to the practice of law and delivery of innovative client services, the firm brings its legal talent, industry insight and practice experience to help clients achieve the results that are important to them. McCarthy Tétrault LLP is an equal opportunity employer and fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment.