Mid-Level Associate - Energy

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search supports a law firm in Washington, DC, seeking a mid-level associate for its Energy practice with a focus on Nuclear & Fusion. The role offers exposure to broader Energy Infrastructure Projects and regulatory matters.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in complex transactions, energy, infrastructure, or project finance, and be admitted to the District of Columbia Bar (or eligible to waive in). A J.D. is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant legal experience in energy, infrastructure, or project finance.
• Experience at Am Law 100 firm preferred.
• Engineering or technical background valued but not required.
• Admission to the District of Columbia Bar or eligibility to waive in.
• J.D. or foreign equivalent; LL.M. considered in lieu of J.D.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, procurement, development, supply, and other project agreements.
• Support energy project development, financing, commercial transactions, and nuclear fuel and supply arrangements.
• Work on advanced nuclear, small modular reactor, fusion, and other emerging energy and infrastructure projects.
• Support regulatory, licensing, adjudicatory, appellate, compliance, and export control matters related to energy projects.
• Manage substantive workstreams and assume increasing responsibility for matters and client relationships.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practices and offices on complex domestic and international matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Ethics compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or foreign equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Energy practice in Washington, DC. The role involves working primarily with the Nuclear & Fusion Energy practice, with opportunities to support broader Energy Infrastructure Projects and gain experience across energy, infrastructure, commercial transactions, and regulation.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, procurement, development, supply, and other project agreements.
• Support energy project development, financing, commercial transactions, and nuclear fuel and supply arrangements.
• Work on advanced nuclear, small modular reactor, fusion, and other emerging energy and infrastructure projects.
• Support regulatory, licensing, adjudicatory, appellate, compliance, and export control matters related to energy projects.
• Manage substantive workstreams and assume increasing responsibility for matters and client relationships.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practices and offices on complex domestic and international matters.

Requirements

• Approximately 3-5 years of relevant legal experience, including complex transactions, energy, infrastructure, project development, project finance, or commercial contracting.
• Prior or current experience at an Am Law 100 firm preferred.
• Engineering or technical background valued but not required.
• Admission to and good standing with the District of Columbia Bar, or eligibility to waive in.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or foreign equivalent; an LL.M. will be considered in lieu of a J.D.

Certifications

Admission to the District of Columbia Bar or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Exceptional analytical, research, drafting, and legal writing skills.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.
• Thorough understanding of professional ethics and conduct codes applicable to legal practice.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.