Energy Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Energy Associate with 1 to 4 years of relevant large law firm transactional experience to join their Corporate Practice Group in Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 3 years of experience in energy development and/or energy project finance.

Duties

• Draft energy-related development agreements.
• Engage in tax equity financing structures.
• Collaborate with team members on energy projects.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.

Requirements

• 1 to 4 years of relevant transactional experience.
• Experience in energy development or project finance preferred.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member of the District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, New York, North Carolina, or Texas bars, depending on office location.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting legal documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Paid time off.
• Professional and client development allowance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan).
• Pre-tax transportation benefit.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.