Associate Counsel, Transactions - Procurement & Contracts

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) in Jamaica, NY seeks an Associate Counsel for Transactions in the Procurement & Contracts Division. The role focuses on drafting solicitations, negotiating terms for goods, services, and infrastructure, and advising on applicable procurement laws and regulations.

Available at Levels I–III depending on experience; must hold a JD and NY licensure, with varying experience requirements. Telework eligible.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in New York. Level I open to recent graduates who have taken the Bar but are not yet admitted; Levels II and III require minimum 1 year of relevant law firm or in-house experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft solicitations and negotiate contract terms for goods, services and infrastructure.
• Provide legal, transactional, and strategic advice regarding procurement and contracts.
• Analyze legislation or regulations affecting the agency.

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

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Associate Counsel, Transactions - Procurement & Contracts

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Organising Institution / Firm

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)

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Jamaica, NY (93-02 Sutphin Blvd.)

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JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in New York (or pending admission for Level I); minimum 1 year of relevant experience for Levels II-III.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Associate Counsel, Transactions - Procurement & Contracts
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
Description: The MTA Legal Department’s Procurement & Contracts Division is seeking an Associate Counsel to provide legal, transactional, and strategic advice regarding procurement, sourcing, and commercial matters. The role involves drafting solicitations, negotiating contract terms for goods, services, and infrastructure, and analyzing legislation or regulations affecting the agency. Positions are available at Levels I, II, and III depending on the candidate's experience.
Eligibility: Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in New York. Level I is open to recent graduates who have taken the Bar but are not yet admitted (for up to one year). Levels II and III require a minimum of one year of relevant law firm or in-house experience. Public sector experience in New York City or State is preferred.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Jamaica, NY (Telework eligible)
Fees: None
Application Link: Not specified
Contact Information: Not specified