Energy Regulatory, Junior Associate

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Relocation

Job summary

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP in Washington, DC, seeks a junior associate with approximately two to four years of experience to join our Energy Regulatory practice, focusing on Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear work.

The Energy Regulatory practice is among the largest and most diverse in the United States, representing clients on transactions, projects, and regulatory matters across nuclear, gas, LNG, electric and renewable energy sectors.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Must be a member of the Bar in the United States.
• Experience with NRC or DOE nuclear work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on NRC and DOE nuclear regulatory matters.
• Represent clients in energy regulatory proceedings across NRC, DOE, FERC and related spaces.
• Support transactions, projects, and regulatory matters involving nuclear, gas, LNG, electric and renewable energy spaces.

Skills

Nuclear NRC work

DOE nuclear work

Energy regulatory practice

Team-oriented

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission in the United States

Job description

The Washington office seeks a junior associate with approximately two to four years of experience to join our dynamic Energy Regulatory practice, with a focus on Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear work. The Energy Regulatory practice is one of the largest and most diverse in the United States. We represent a significant range of clients on transactions, projects, and regulatory matters involving the nuclear, gas and oil, LNG, electric and renewable energy spaces. Our work also involves a host of government agencies, including some of the most challenging and interesting proceedings before FERC (e.g., pipeline rate cases, LNG licensing), the NRC (e.g., advanced reactor licensing, international nuclear projects, DOE (e.g., renewables, funding opportunities, nuclear export controls), and other government agencies. Much of our work focuses at the intersection of business, law, and policy on cutting edge and first-of-a-kind matters. We seek a team-oriented junior associate who has experience doing NRC or DOE nuclear work.

The expected base salary range for this role is $235,000 to $310,000 per year. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of pay at the time of posting; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. This position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, which may include annual performance bonuses and discretionary bonuses.

Employees in this role are also eligible for benefits offered by the firm, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions, which currently include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off. Additional benefits may include relocation.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off
• relocation

A resume or CV is a must for our application system. We also encourage you to include a cover letter to tell us why you are interested in this position and a law school transcript (or the equivalent). Candidates for lawyer opportunities in the U.S. must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of the Bar in the United States.

This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail].

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader brings together more than 3,100 lawyers across 36+ worldwide offices, combining global reach with deep sector expertise. Strategically placed at the intersection of business, finance, and government. Working seamlessly across practice areas and borders. Our combination marks a new chapter. Prepare to join teams of people that want you to succeed, where ideas move quickly, support is shared freely, and colleagues help each other grow, creating an inclusive culture where everyone can belong. You’ll be challenged to perform at the highest level in an environment shaped by precision, judgement, and exceptional standards. It’s a culture that expects excellence and gives you the opportunity to develop in every moment.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is a global law firm with offices in many jurisdictions and countries. Some of the information displayed may not be applicable to the region in which you are applying, your individual situation or the local legal framework. The system uses standard terminology that applies irrespective of whether you are/will be an employee, partner or self-employed.