Environment Energy amp Resources - Senior Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Personal medical and parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York City seeks a Senior Associate Attorney for its Environment, Energy & Resources practice. You will lead major matters at the intersection of digital infrastructure and energy transition, drafting and negotiating agreements, and guiding clients through regulatory processes.

The role requires 6+ years in energy law, JD from an accredited law school, and admission to practice. You will mentor juniors, manage client relationships, and contribute to thought leadership

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in energy law.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings independently.
• Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act and wholesale power markets.
• Collaborative self-starter.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of office location.

Responsibilities

• Lead data center power transactions, drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements and energy service agreements.
• Provide strategic advice on electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs, focusing on PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, and CAISO.
• Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance matters.
• Counsel clients on federal energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon-free energy procurement strategies.
• Participate in client relationship management and contribute to thought leadership in digital and energy infrastructure.
• Mentor associates within the practice group, ensuring excellence in work product and professional development.

Skills

Energy law

Leadership

Negotiation

Regulatory filings

Client relations

Mentoring

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Senior Associate Attorney to join its Environment, Energy & Resources practice group in New York City, NY. The successful candidate will lead significant matters at the intersection of digital infrastructure and energy transition, working with renowned partners to manage complex transactions and regulatory issues.

Duties

• Lead data center power transactions, drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements and energy service agreements.
• Provide strategic advice on electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs, focusing on PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, and CAISO.
• Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance matters.
• Counsel clients on federal energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon-free energy procurement strategies.
• Participate in client relationship management and contribute to thought leadership in digital and energy infrastructure.
• Mentor associates within the practice group, ensuring excellence in work product and professional development.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in energy law.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings independently.
• Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act and wholesale power markets.
• Collaborative self-starter.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of office location.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the jurisdiction of office location.

Skills

• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Excellent strategic advisory capabilities.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior attorneys.

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.