Attorney, Tax Abatement

Florida Power & Light; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking an experienced Tax Abatement Attorney to lead property tax incentives across renewable and traditional energy projects. The role focuses on securing abatements, PILOT agreements, and compliance with tax regulations nationwide, in collaboration with development, finance, and operations teams.

The ideal candidate will have deep property tax law expertise, knowledge of ITC/PTC credits, and experience coordinating with external counsel on multi-jurisdictional

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with JD; bar admission in at least one state.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute tax abatement strategies for energy projects (solar, wind, storage, traditional).
• Negotiate PILOT terms with local taxing authorities.
• Manage IDA applications and ongoing compliance.

Skills

Property tax law

Energy incentives

Government relations

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Requisition ID: 98060

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

NextEra Energy is seeking an experienced Tax Abatement Attorney to join our legal team, specializing in property tax matters within the energy sector. This role will focus on securing tax incentives, managing abatement processes, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations for renewable energy projects, traditional generation facilities, and transmission infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in property tax law, energy-related incentives, and government relations.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Incentive Strategy & Implementation

• Develop and execute comprehensive tax abatement strategies for solar, wind, battery storage, and traditional energy projects
• Navigate Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements and negotiate favorable terms with local taxing authorities
• Manage Industrial Development Agency (IDA) applications and maintain ongoing compliance requirements
• Structure transactions to maximize available tax credits including Investment Tax Credits (ITC) and Production Tax Credits (PTC)

Documentation & Reporting

• Draft and review legal documents including abatement applications, PILOT agreements, and incentive contracts.
• Maintain detailed records of abatement filings and outcomes for audit and reporting purposes.

Legal Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with property tax assessment procedures and deadlines across multiple jurisdictions
• Challenge excessive property tax valuations through administrative appeals and litigation when necessary
• Monitor changes in tax legislation affecting energy infrastructure and renewable energy projects
• Coordinate with external counsel on complex multi-jurisdictional matters

Project Support & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with development, finance, and operations teams during project planning phases to identify tax optimization opportunities
• Provide legal guidance on the tax implications of asset transfers, mergers, and acquisitions
• Support regulatory filings and rate case proceedings involving tax components
• Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure proper tax provision calculations and reporting

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with local government officials, assessors, and economic development agencies
• Represent the company in negotiations with taxing authorities and local communities
• Coordinate with external tax consultants and specialized legal counsel as needed

Job Overview

Employees in this job perform a variety of routine legal assignments and projects of varying (basic to moderate) complexity and deliver timely and quality legal services to clients with close supervision.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts legal research, drafts legal documents and assists more experienced attorneys in transactions
• Provides legal advice to business units, and prepares resolutions and forms
• Works to ensure budget compliance and avoids the need for outside counsel
• Ensures disclosure of potentially material legal issues to senior leadership
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Member in Good Standing of a State Bar
• High School Grad / GED
• Juris Doctorate
• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience:1+ years

Preferred Qualifications

None

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Legal/Regulatory/External Affairs
Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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