Microsoft · 1 day ago
Datacenter Energy Attorney
United States, Washington, Redmond
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$132K/yr - $233K/yr
4+ years expMicrosoft is hiring a Datacenter Energy Attorney to join their Corporate External and Legal Affairs organization. This role involves supporting electricity infrastructure agreements and regulatory engagements related to datacenter development and operations, focusing on carbon-free energy initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Negotiating electricity infrastructure agreements and electricity supply for datacenters
Structuring, drafting, and negotiating agreements to support the development of new carbon-free electricity generation
Identifying and resolving business and legal risks, advising on regulatory matters, and providing input on proposals for regulatory evolutions related to datacenter energy
Managing day-to-day project-related legal issues
Exercising independent judgment on legal matters to counsel middle and senior management business partners
Models compliance and maintains confidentiality, attorney-client privilege, privacy, and the security of data
Work efficiently to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workflows, and adjust to frequent fluctuations in workload and business imperatives
Apply technology, including AI, to improve legal work and efficiency
Collaborating with team members within and across organizational boundaries, including business partners, in-house lawyers, outside counsel, government affairs, and communications professionals
Provide quality client service, and develop trusted advisor relationships with business clients
Embody our culture and values
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years experience as a practicing attorney
Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction
Preferred
5+ years of experience at a law firm or an in-house legal department
2+ years of experience providing legal support for electricity transactions and regulations in the US
1+ years experience with electricity transactions and regulations in Canada and/or Latin America
Experience developing creative legal strategies that align with business goals
Company
Microsoft
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10001+ employees
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