Principal/Litigation Services (Energy practice)

Charles River Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

100 hours of training annually

Wellness programming

In-house immigration support

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Principal in Litigation Services for its Energy practice in Washington, DC. The role involves conducting research, market analysis, and supporting clients in complex energy-related decisions. Applicants should have a quantitative degree and extensive relevant experience. The firm offers a supportive work environment with robust development programs and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in the energy industry.
• 7-10+ years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electricity, oil, and gas market analysis.
• Support decision-making for corporate and asset management clients.
• Develop expert reports and testimony for litigation.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Economics, Physics, Engineering, or Mathematics

Tools

MS Excel

Data analytics tools

Programming languages

Job description

Principal/Litigation Services (Energy practice)

Boston, MA; Washington, DC

About Charles River Associates

For over 50 years, Charles River Associates has been a premier consulting firm that offers employees a place to learn from a diverse group of consultants, industry experts, and academics. At CRA you will be exposed to leading minds who use economic, financial, and business analysis to solve complex world problems for an impressive roster of clients, including major law firms, Fortune 100 companies, and government agencies. Through a collegial environment, formal and informal training opportunities, and a broad array of professional development resources, your experience at CRA will open doors for you as you launch your career.

Position Overview

Consultants in CRA’s Energy practice have researched, published, taught, and consulted on energy matters for a wide range of clients, including electric and gas utilities, investors, power asset owners and developers, power agencies, large industrial firms, and clean energy technology leaders. Our work in the energy industry has guided the energy transitions of major firms, established legal precedents in economics, and set new standards in market design and oversight. We have advised on developing the structure of national and regional competitive markets, reorganized multi-billion-dollar companies, testified in hundred-million-dollar damages litigation, and played a key role in most North American utility mergers and acquisitions that have taken place over the last decade.

As a Principal, you will conduct research and use software to organize, analyze, and deliver data-driven insights, and you will always have your project team as a resource. Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Electricity, oil, and gas market analysis;
• Economic assessments of policies and regulations impacting decisions at the plant, regional, and national levels;
• Support corporate and asset management clients in making and executing significant strategic and operational decisions across organizations in response to ESG concerns;
• Expert reports and testimony for energy-based litigation;
• Commercial strategy development and execution;
• Merger, acquisition, and divestment planning;
• Market potential assessments for renewable and unconventional energy technologies.

Desired Qualifications

We’re looking for energetic, highly-motivated candidates with a strong interest in the energy industry who have majored in a quantitative discipline such as Economics, Physics, Engineering, or Mathematics. We place high value on research experience, computer and programming skills, presentation and communication skills, and strong writing ability. A successful applicant will be able to work collaboratively in a team environment and effectively communicate complex ideas to all levels of the client organization.

Applicants with skills in both energy and economics/finance, and those with 7-10+ years of relevant work experience, will be viewed most favorably. Experience with MS Excel, programming languages, or other data analytics tools are a plus.

To Apply

To be considered for a position in the United States, we require the following:

• Resume – please include current address, personal email and telephone number;
• Cover letter – please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals.

If you are interested in applying for one of our international locations, please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs.

Career Growth and Benefits

• CRA’s robust skills development programs, including a commitment to offering 100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs, encourage you to thrive as an individual and team member. Beginning with research and analysis skill building, training continues with technical training, presentation skills, internal seminars, and career mentoring and performance coaching from an assigned senior colleague. Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities exist through internal firm development activities.
• We offer a comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being, and in-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.