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    Senior Corporate Counsel, Energy - Atlanta, United States - Microsoft

    Microsoft
    Microsoft Atlanta, United States

    1 month ago

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    Description

    Overview

    We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced attorney to help us shape our approach to powering the Microsoft Cloud and the development of new carbon-free electricity generation in the role of Senior Corporate Counsel, Energy.

    The legal team supporting the Cloud Operations + Innovation division has an immediate opening for an attorney to support electricity infrastructure agreements, electricity supply, carbon-free electricity power purchase agreements, and related legal support applicable to datacenter development and operations.

    Microsoft has set ambitious sustainability targets for carbon-free energy, responsible water use, zero-waste, and ecosystem health (see . This is a unique role for an attorney to work on cutting edge innovative transactions, to help build an environmentally sustainable cloud.

    Cloud Operations + Innovation is the team behind one of the world's largest cloud infrastructures, responsible for operating all Microsoft online products and services, including AI tools such as Copilot. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. This is a fast-growing division that is investing in datacenter capabilities and energy projects around the world that can truly make a difference.

    Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

    Qualifications

    Required/Minimum Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate Degree or Equivalent International DegreeOR Completion of a Legal Apprenticeship.
  • Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction.
  • 7+ years experience as a practicing attorney at a law firm or an in-house legal departmentOR equivalent practice of law.
  • Energy infrastructure experience including experience with electricity transactions and experience with contract drafting

    • Additional or Preferred Qualifications

  • Desire and ability to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
  • Keen business sense, ability to think creatively and strategically, and a sense of humor.
  • The ability to deliver impact through superior collaboration. You should be a flexible and analytical thinker able to quickly, and accurately identify legal issues in a complex environment and to develop solutions by exercising confident judgment in ambiguous situations.
  • Results orientation, customer focus, a commitment to providing the highest quality client service, and a desire to develop trusted advisor relationships with business clients.
  • Capability to work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workflow, and adjust to frequent fluctuations in workload and business imperatives.
  • A passion for working in the technology sector and including a keen interest in applying technology, including AI, to improve legal work and efficiency.

    • Legal Counsel IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $141,800 - $248,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $179,300 - $268,900 per year.

    Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

  • Microsoft will accept applications for the role until June 3, 2024.

    • #CELA #CELACO+I

    Responsibilities

  • Electricity infrastructure agreements and electricity supply for new datacenters and datacenter expansions.
  • Structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex agreements to support the purchase of carbon-free electricity.
  • Identifying and resolving business and legal risks, advising on regulatory matters, and providing input on proposals for regulatory evolutions related to datacenter energy.
  • Handling day-to-day project-related legal issues.
  • Collaborating with team members within and across organizational boundaries, including business partners, lawyers, legal specialists, government affairs, and PR professionals.
  • Exercising independent judgment on legal matters to counsel middle and senior management business partners.

    • Other

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    • Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connect

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