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About the Role

The Assistant General Counsel serves as a senior legal advisor and transactional attorney for NYCEDC, providing strategic legal counsel in support of the organization's economic development, real estate, financing, infrastructure, and corporate initiatives. The role leads the structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex transactions, advises internal stakeholders on legal matters, and represents NYCEDC's interests in dealings with external parties and governmental entities.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of transactional practice of NYCEDC as a lead attorney, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements, contracts, and instruments for various projects and financing transactions.
Represent the client in negotiations and effectively communicate corporate policies to third parties.
Monitor and close transactions in a timely manner.
Supervise junior attorneys in transactional activities as necessary.
Ensure staff are oriented, trained, and developed.
Monitor performance, provide coaching, and give feedback.
Assist the General Counsel with advising staff on legal, contractual, and corporate requirements, legislative matters, and litigation.
Coordinate legal and legislative matters with the New York City Law Department and other City agencies.
Provide research and memoranda of law and/or policy.
Assist with the preparation and review of materials for Boards of Directors and City agencies.
Perform other tasks at the direction of the General Counsel, including preparing form contracts, participating in program development, and handling corporate and personnel matters.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
A minimum of 10 years of experience practicing law as an attorney in real estate, finance, construction law, contract law, litigation, or related areas.
Demonstrated experience leading complex transactional matters, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and closing sophisticated agreements and transactions.
Substantive knowledge of legal principles and practices applicable to real estate, finance, construction law, contracts, litigation, or related practice areas.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Proven legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to identify, assess, and resolve complex legal issues and risks.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while building effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues.
Experience leading, mentoring, and developing legal professionals and managing performance.
Admission to Practice Law in at least one State; New York State Bar admission required.
NYC residency is required within 180 days of hire.

Skills

Transactional law
Real estate law
Finance law
Construction law
Contract law
Litigation
Negotiation
Legal research
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Mentoring
Performance management

Location

New York City

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
10+ years

Education Level

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Salary/Compensations

$233,000—$233,000 USD

Benefits

Generous employer subsidized health insurance
Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Vision and hearing benefits
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Short term and long-term disability coverage
100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
Up to 25 vacation days
Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
Retirement savings programs
Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
Tuition Reimbursement program
Continuing education and professional development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
College savings plan
Backup childcare
Gym membership discounts
A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
Employee discounts through Plum Benefits

About the Company

New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
They employ a comprehensive approach through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy.

Equal Opportunity

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce.
NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.
At NYCEDC, all applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, evaluate, or make decisions regarding candidate resumes or applications. Each candidate is considered through a thoughtful, human-led review process to ensure equity, consistency, and alignment with the needs of the role.