Mid-Level Environmental Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Professional development

Direct client contact

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Mid-Level Environmental Associate in Raleigh, North Carolina to provide practical, business-focused counsel on compliance, permitting, remediation, enforcement, due diligence, and risk management. The role covers regulatory, transactional, and litigation matters within a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of environmental law experience, strong writing and advocacy skills, and a client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of environmental law experience in a law firm.
• Strong background in environmental regulatory compliance, permitting, and remediation.
• Experience with environmental litigation and administrative proceedings is desirable.
• Experience with Brownfields redevelopment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on federal and state environmental laws and regulations.
• Support environmental aspects of business and real estate transactions.
• Respond to agency inquiries and enforcement actions.
• Assist with environmental litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, consultants, and colleagues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Environmental engineering / geology / environmental science degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Environmental Associate in Raleigh, North Carolina. This role involves providing practical, business-focused counsel on environmental compliance, permitting, remediation, enforcement, due diligence, and risk management issues. The position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated regulatory, transactional, and litigation matters within a collaborative environment.

Duties

• Advise clients on federal and state environmental laws and regulations.
• Support environmental aspects of business and real estate transactions.
• Respond to agency inquiries and enforcement actions.
• Assist with environmental litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, consultants, and colleagues.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of environmental law experience in a law firm setting.
• Strong background in environmental regulatory compliance, permitting, and remediation.
• Experience with environmental litigation and administrative proceedings is desirable.
• Experience with soil and groundwater contamination and Brownfields redevelopment is preferred.

Education

Educational or professional background in environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science preferred.

Certifications

Relevant certifications in environmental law or related fields are advantageous.

Skills

• Excellent analytical, research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Practical, client-focused approach to problem-solving and relationship management.
• Strong academic credentials and writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Meaningful responsibility and direct client contact.
• Opportunity to work on complex environmental matters.
• Collaborative environment emphasizing mentorship and professional development.
• Opportunities for career growth tailored to individual goals.