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The Corporate External and Legal Affairs (CELA) organization is hiring an attorney to help shape our approach to powering the Microsoft Cloud and the development of new carbon-free electricity generation.
As the Datacenter Energy Attorney you will be part of the Infrastructure Legal Affairs team which supports the Cloud Operations + Innovation division, supporting electricity infrastructure agreements, electricity regulatory engagements, carbon-free electricity power purchase agreements, and related legal support applicable to datacenter development and operations. Microsoft has ambitious targets to build datacenters that are positive for local communities and enhance the grid with investments in infrastructure and carbon-free energy. This is a unique role for an attorney to work on innovative transactions that help build sustainable community-first datacenters that provide essential services to governments, businesses, and people worldwide.
The Cloud Operations + Innovation division is the team behind the world-leading datacenters at the foundation of 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, and we are dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our Culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.
Responsibilities
Legal Solutions:
- 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.
Operational Excellence:
- 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.
Communication and Culture:
- 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.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years experience as a practicing attorney
- OR equivalent experience.
- Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction.
Additional or Preferred Qualifications
- 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.
Compensation
- Legal Counsel IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $132,200 - $232,800 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 $165,800 - $248,600 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process.
Overview
The Corporate External and Legal Affairs (CELA) organization is hiring an attorney to help shape our approach to powering the Microsoft Cloud and the development of new carbon-free electricity generation.
As the Datacenter Energy Attorney you will be part of the Infrastructure Legal Affairs team which supports the Cloud Operations + Innovation division, supporting electricity infrastructure agreements, electricity regulatory engagements, carbon-free electricity power purchase agreements, and related legal support applicable to datacenter development and operations. Microsoft has ambitious targets to build datacenters that are positive for local communities and enhance the grid with investments in infrastructure and carbon-free energy. This is a unique role for an attorney to work on innovative transactions that help build sustainable community-first datacenters that provide essential services to governments, businesses, and people worldwide.
The Cloud Operations + Innovation division is the team behind the world-leading datacenters at the foundation of 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, and we are dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our Culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.
Responsibilities
Legal Solutions:
- 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.
Operational Excellence:
- 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.
Communication and Culture:
- 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.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years experience as a practicing attorney
- OR equivalent experience.
- Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction.
Additional or Preferred Qualifications
- 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.
Compensation
- Legal Counsel IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $132,200 - $232,800 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 $165,800 - $248,600 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Energy
Align your credentials with U.S. energy licensing
Many U.S. energy roles, particularly in electrical engineering or petroleum, expect credentials that map to specific state licensing boards. Get a formal credential evaluation that explicitly references the U.S. equivalent before you apply.
Target operators with active LCA filing history
Employers must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your E-3 can proceed. Focus on companies that have filed LCAs for energy roles before, as they already understand the process and won't balk at the paperwork.
Clarify worksite arrangements before the offer stage
Energy roles often involve remote sites, offshore platforms, or contractor arrangements across multiple locations. Each distinct worksite can require its own LCA posting, so confirm the work location structure with your employer before the visa filing begins.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for complex filings
Multi-site or project-based energy roles create LCA complications that slow down sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so these logistics don't delay your start date.
Address specialty occupation directly in your offer letter
USCIS scrutinises whether energy roles genuinely require a specific bachelor's degree. Ask your employer to state the required field of study explicitly in the offer letter, not just a generic engineering or science requirement.
Prepare for consulate questions about project continuity
Consular officers for E-3 applicants in energy often ask about contract duration and what happens when a project ends. Have documented evidence of ongoing employment terms or a letter confirming what occurs between project phases.
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How do I find energy jobs in the U.S. with E-3 sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to find U.S. energy employers who sponsor E-3 visas. The platform filters roles by visa type so you see only companies actively open to Australian candidates. Energy roles in oil and gas, renewables, utilities, and power engineering are all listed, and you can search by location, discipline, and seniority.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an energy role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Most professional energy roles qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field such as petroleum engineering, electrical engineering, or environmental science. Roles where any science or engineering degree is accepted regardless of field carry more risk, so the offer letter should state the specific discipline required.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for energy professionals?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply any time you have a job offer rather than waiting for an April lottery. H-1B selection is random and capped at 85,000 per year. For Australian energy professionals, the E-3 is a direct path that doesn't depend on chance, and it's renewable indefinitely as long as you remain in a qualifying role.
Can I change energy employers or projects while on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa or an amended status before you start work. Project-based energy roles where you technically remain employed by the same company but move between client sites are generally fine, as long as the LCA covers the relevant work locations.
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