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Senior-Level Practice. Sophisticated Matters. Meaningful Client Relationships. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Rundlett Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $400,000 - $500,000 per year A bit about us: We are a leading international law firm that advises businesses, financial institutions, investment organizations, and other clients on significant legal and business matters. Our attorneys work across a broad range of practices, collaborating to deliver thoughtful, practical solutions to complex challenges. We believe that excellent client service starts with strong internal teamwork, mutual respect, and a commitment to professional growth. Attorneys at all levels are encouraged to take ownership of their work, contribute meaningfully to client matters, and collaborate closely with experienced colleagues. We foster a professional, high-performing environment where people are supported as they develop their skills and advance their careers. Why join us? We offer the opportunity to work on sophisticated and high-impact matters alongside talented attorneys across a variety of disciplines. We provide meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and the chance to build substantive experience early in your career. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and continuous professional development, creating an environment where attorneys can refine their skills while contributing to important client work. We value initiative, intellectual curiosity, and teamwork, and we are committed to helping our attorneys grow both professionally and personally. For candidates seeking the resources and caliber of a leading global law firm combined with a supportive and collegial atmosphere, we offer an excellent platform for long-term career development. Job Details We are seeking a senior environmental attorney to join a nationally recognized legal practice handling complex regulatory, transactional, and compliance matters. This role is designed for an experienced practitioner who can serve as a strategic advisor to clients, manage sophisticated matters independently, and contribute to the continued growth of a well-established practice. The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience advising clients on a broad range of environmental issues, including regulatory compliance, transactions, permitting, enforcement matters, and risk management. While an existing client base is welcomed, it is not required. We are primarily seeking a lawyer with the depth of experience and judgment to step into a significant client-facing role and manage substantial legal work from day one. Responsibilities Advise clients on environmental regulatory and compliance matters Counsel clients regarding environmental risks associated with business operations, transactions, and development activities Handle interactions with governmental and regulatory agencies Support corporate, finance, real estate, and transactional teams on environmental issues Conduct environmental due diligence and risk assessments Assist with permitting, remediation, enforcement, and compliance matters Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on complex environmental issues Manage matters independently while collaborating across practice groups when needed Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to practice development initiatives Participate in client relationship management and business development efforts Qualifications Significant experience practicing environmental law within a law firm, government, or sophisticated in-house environment Strong knowledge of environmental statutes, regulations, and regulatory frameworks Experience advising clients on environmental compliance, transactional matters, and risk management Ability to independently manage complex legal matters and client relationships Strong drafting, negotiation, research, and analytical skills Demonstrated business judgment and practical problem-solving