Energy Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a transactional associate with 2-5 years of experience to join their Energy department in Des Moines, IA. This role involves commercial and transactional work, including contracts, supplier agreements, power procurement, energy storage, construction agreements, M&A transactions, and project finance. The position offers a hybrid work environment with potential remote work options.

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts and supplier agreements.
• Manage power procurement and energy storage contracting.
• Handle construction agreements and M&A transactions.
• Participate in project finance and strategic transactions.

• 2-5 years of legal experience in private practice or related in-house roles.
• Interest in the energy industry.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills.
• Strong academic background.

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Ability to practice law or become admitted in New York is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee resource benefits including counseling and coaching.
• Paid parental leave and parenting classes.
• Pre-tax parking and transportation options.
• Retirement plan with financial planning and 401k/Roth options.