Mid-Level Tax Associate to Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & vision insurance

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a highly motivated mid-level tax associate to counsel in Chicago, IL, focusing on renewable energy transactions and ITC/PTC monetization. The role involves advising sponsors, investors, and lenders on complex tax credits and structuring for wind, solar, and other energy transition projects.

The candidate should have a JD from an accredited law school, 5+ years of tax experience at a law firm, and strong drafting and negotiation skills to handle sophisticated tax

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 5+ years of relevant tax experience at a law firm.
• Experience with renewable energy tax credits and complex transactional tax matters.
• Familiarity with ITCs/PTCs and current IRS guidance.
• Proven drafting and negotiating transaction documents.
• Strong analytical and technical tax expertise.
• Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on federal income tax aspects of renewable energy transactions, including ITC/PTC qualification, structuring, and compliance.
• Counsel sponsors, investors, and lenders on tax credit transferability, direct pay, and credit monetization strategies.
• Analyze and apply complex provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents related to tax credits and investments.
• Advise tax equity investors and project development lenders on state and local taxes.
• Provide guidance on M&A transactions.

Skills

Tax expertise

Drafting & negotiation

Communication skills

Client service

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated mid-level associate to counsel in Chicago, IL, to join their nationally recognized Tax practice. This role focuses on renewable energy transactions and federal tax credit monetization structures, offering the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions involving wind, solar, battery storage, and other energy transition assets.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on federal income tax aspects of renewable energy transactions, including ITC/PTC qualification, structuring, and compliance.
• Counsel sponsors, investors, and lenders on tax credit transferability, direct pay, and credit monetization strategies.
• Analyze and apply complex provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including various agreements related to tax credits and investments.
• Advise tax equity investors and project development lenders on state and local taxes applicable to renewable energy projects.
• Provide guidance on M&A transactions.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 5+ years of relevant tax experience at a law firm.
• Experience with renewable energy tax credits and complex transactional tax matters.
• Familiarity with ITCs/PTCs and current IRS guidance.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating transaction documents.
• Strong analytical and technical tax expertise.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively under deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and strong client-service orientation.
• Admission to practice law in the jurisdiction of the office of residence (or eligibility to waive in).

Education

JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and technical tax expertise.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively under deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and strong client-service orientation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life insurance and retirement plans. Flexible time-off plans including paid parental leave, PTO, and paid holidays. Hybrid work flexibility.