Environment Energy amp Resources Associate Attorney - Midlevel

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a mid-level associate for its Environment, Energy & Resources group in New York, NY. The role involves negotiating energy contracts, advising on electric market design, and representing clients before FERC.

Requirements include 3-6 years of energy-law experience, familiarity with the Federal Power Act, and JD from an accredited law school.

The firm offers a discretionary bonus, comprehensive benefits, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in energy law, with regulatory and transactional expertise.
• Familiarity with the Federal Power Act and power market mechanics.
• Ability to draft bespoke energy contracts.
• Admitted to practice or eligible to waive into the jurisdiction of the office location.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate power purchase agreements and energy service agreements for developers, utilities, and corporate buyers.
• Advise on electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs, focusing on capacity market mechanisms and interconnection policies.
• Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
• Counsel clients on energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon-free energy strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Regulatory compliance

Energy policy

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate attorney to join its Environment, Energy & Resources practice group in New York, NY. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of digital infrastructure and energy transition, engaging with state and federal regulatory frameworks to shape future energy landscapes.

Duties

• Negotiate power purchase agreements and energy service agreements for developers, utilities, and corporate buyers.
• Advise on electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs, focusing on capacity market mechanisms and interconnection policies.
• Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
• Counsel clients on energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon-free energy strategies.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in energy law, with regulatory and transactional expertise.
• Familiarity with the Federal Power Act and power market mechanics.
• Ability to draft bespoke energy contracts.
• Admitted to practice or eligible to waive into the jurisdiction of the office location.

Education

JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Expertise in regulatory compliance and energy policy.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.