Senior Associate Projects Energy Environment amp Resources

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a seasoned counsel-level attorney to join its Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources practice group in Austin, TX. The ideal candidate will lead high-stakes matters at the intersection of large-scale digital infrastructure and the energy transition, working closely with nationally recognized partners to manage complex transactions with minimal oversight.

Duties

• Lead data center power transactions by drafting and negotiating bespoke power purchase agreements, energy service agreements, and complex interconnection arrangements for developers, utilities, and corporate buyers.


• Provide strategic advice on complex electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs, including PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, and CAISO, focusing on capacity market mechanisms and interconnection policies.


• Represent clients in high-stakes proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance with market-based rate programs, qualifying facilities, and exempt wholesale generators.


• Counsel clients on emerging energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon-free energy procurement strategies.


• Participate in client relationship management and contribute to thought leadership in digital and energy infrastructure while mentoring associates to ensure excellence in work product.


 

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of experience in energy law with a proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings from inception to completion.


• Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act, wholesale power markets, and power transaction structures.


• Ability to work collaboratively as a self-starter with minimal partner supervision.


• Must be admitted to practice or eligible to waive into the jurisdiction of the office location.


 

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.


 

Certifications

• Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction or eligibility for waiver.


 

Skills

• Expertise in cross-border and domestic energy transactions.


• Strong background in FERC regulatory proceedings and federal energy policy.


• Experience with large load and generator interconnection policies.


• Proven track record in practice development and client relationship management.


 

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.


• 401(k) plan.


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Personal medical and parental leave.


• Up to ten paid holidays.


• Family care benefits.


 

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306