Job Description: Transactional Energy Associate | DC | #3306 Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is seeking an attorney with 2-5 years of experience to work with its Energy and Commodities Trading team within the Energy practice group in the Washington, DC office. We are looking to add a dynamic new team member with a collaborative outlook and ambition to join as an Associate, representing the next generation of our practice. We cultivate exceptional attorneys across all levels by providing them with the experiences and resources needed to build successful careers! The Associate will join a supportive practice and multidisciplinary team that handles commercial, transactional, and regulatory matters for domestic and multinational firms. These firms trade in traditional energy, agriculture, and metals markets, as well as emerging renewable energy, fuels, and carbon markets. The role will be primarily transactional. Deals will range from simple commodity trades to complex structured transactions, to financing arrangements (e.g., loans, leases, repurchase agreements, receivable facilities, etc.). You would also have assignments in related regulatory matters, including strategic commercial advice, exchange inquires, regulatory enforcement, and other disputes. Additionally, the Associate will have extensive interaction with a variety of clients including large commercial firms, active in both the physical and derivatives markets, hedge funds, and entities registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and National Futures Association (NFA) as swap dealers, commodity trading advisors, introducing brokers, among others. Eversheds Sutherland hires attorneys who will contribute to our culture and reputation for excellence in every respect. Our dedication to unparalleled client service means that we are looking for talented candidates who will grow and thrive with our firm. We recruit individuals with impressive credentials and work experience, focusing on people who reflect some of the firm’s core values of being approachable, self-motivated, collaborative, professional, and creative! We provide our Associates with: Early and frequent client interaction. A voice in the firm’s growth and progress through committee involvement, leadership meetings, and associate leadership roles. A commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion programs. We appreciate the significant role a diverse community plays in our development, perspective, and service to clients. Interesting and forward-looking work. Extensive pro bono and sustainability initiatives. Significant practical training, informal training, and formal training opportunities. An approachable, supportive, and collaborative culture. Thorough benefits options and helpful wellness programs. Resources and support to build your career and practice. Job Requirements: Every partner in our group approaches the practice as a profession, not merely a legal job. We focus intently client service and distinguish ourselves by our understanding of our clients’ business and ability to provide pragmatic counsel in very complex, dynamic, and international markets. We practice in the office and travel to see clients in person regularly. Accordingly, we look for team members who want to be present and in the room with us, display an ownership mentality, and have exceptional interpersonal skills. This role is ideal for someone building their career and motivated by direct client contact. You will receive committed mentorship from Partners who have a vested interest in your success and recognize the complexity of the subject matter. The ideal candidate has team player mindset along with the interest, skill sets, and drive to grow with our practice over the long-term. We are seeking attorneys who possess: Two to five years of law firm experience and transactional experience. Skills and knowledge related to topics such as entity formation, security interests, financing, and how to close a deal. Some prior experience with commodities. Excellent writing, presentation, and analytical skills. Strong academic records and impressive communication abilities. A team-player mindset, the ability to assume immediate responsibility for matters in an active practice, self-motivation, and a strong interest in joining our team! We appreciate that the intellectual curiosity of our attorneys is consistently high, and we seek candidates whose personal qualities, skills, and interests will enhance and enrich the firm. We invite any qualified candidate, who would like to become a valued contributor to a talented team of attorneys, to “Apply Now” below or email a resume, J.D. transcript, and writing sample to StephanieKaczynski@eversheds-sutherland.com. Please note that we are not accepting submissions from search firms for this position at this time.