FERC Energy amp Infrastructure Mid-Level Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a mid-level or senior associate to join its Energy & Infrastructure team within the Project Finance group in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in the energy sector, especially in project finance and M&A deals.

The role involves supporting project finance and M&A transactions, conducting due diligence, reviewing credit agreements and legal opinions, and drafting power purchase and interconnection agreements. JD required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Substantial practice experience before FERC.
• Direct experience in renewable energy (wind, solar, or battery storage).
• Admission to the state bar of the preferred office location.

Responsibilities

• Support project finance and M&A transactions in the energy sector.
• Conduct due diligence and review credit agreements and legal opinions.
• Engage in transactions involving power generation and transmission.
• Draft and negotiate power purchase and interconnection agreements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Written & verbal communication

Legal research & due diligence

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level or senior associate to join its Energy & Infrastructure team within the Project Finance group in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the energy sector, particularly in project finance and M&A deals.

Duties

• Support project finance and M&A transactions in the energy sector.
• Conduct due diligence and review credit agreements and legal opinions.
• Engage in transactions involving power generation and transmission.
• Draft and negotiate power purchase and interconnection agreements.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Substantial practice experience before FERC.
• Direct experience in renewable energy, including wind, solar, or battery storage.
• Admission to the state bar of the preferred office location.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State bar admission.

Skills

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research and due diligence.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds.