Data Centers and Digital Infrastructure Associate Attorney - Energy and Regulatory

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Wellness program

Flexible time off

Bar fees covered

Pro bono program

Matching gifts

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a mid- to senior-level associate attorney in Washington, DC, focusing on energy regulatory matters, power markets, and infrastructure transactions for data center developers and large energy users.

The role requires 3-6+ years of relevant law firm experience, JD with bar admission, and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset. The attorney will advise on regulatory matters, manage client relationships, and represent clients before FERC and state commissions.

Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of significant law firm experience in energy regulatory matters or related fields.
• Experience with digital infrastructure and large-scale energy procurement.
• Proactive with strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial and forward-thinking approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on energy regulatory law and infrastructure transactions.
• Manage relationships with internal and external clients and counsel.
• Communicate complex legal matters effectively in oral and written form.
• Participate in regulatory proceedings before FERC and state public utility commissions.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication

Client service

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission (US jurisdictions)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid- to senior-level associate attorney specializing in energy and regulatory matters in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have experience in energy regulatory law, power markets, and infrastructure transactions, with a focus on advising data center developers and large energy users.

Duties

• Advise clients on energy regulatory law and infrastructure transactions.
• Manage relationships with internal and external clients and counsel.
• Communicate complex legal matters effectively in both oral and written form.
• Participate in regulatory proceedings before FERC and state public utility commissions.

Requirements

• 3-6+ years of significant law firm experience in relevant fields.
• Experience with digital infrastructure and large-scale energy procurement.
• Proactive with strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial and forward-thinking approach.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong work ethic and team player attitude.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to manage increased levels of responsibility in transactions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options.
• Parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and professional associations.
• Pro bono opportunities with dedicated in-house counsel support.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations.