Associate Legal Counsel

Illinois Finance Authority/Climate Bank; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of climate finance as an Associate Legal Counsel. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to develop your legal skills while supporting the General Counsel in managing the legal affairs of a public agency. You'll engage in compliance with state and federal laws, assist in financial transactions, and contribute to innovative projects aimed at combating climate change. If you're motivated and eager to make a difference in public administration, this position provides a platform for growth and impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level legal position focusing on compliance and financial assistance.
• Supports General Counsel with legal affairs and operational compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal transactions and compliance with state and federal laws.
• Support IFA/CB product development and risk management.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Negotiation

Compliance Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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Illinois Finance Authority/Climate Bank provided pay range

This range is provided by Illinois Finance Authority/Climate Bank. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

JOB TITLE:Associate Legal Counsel

REPORTS TO:General Counsel

LOCATION: 160 N. LaSalle Street, Suite S-1000, Chicago, IL 60601

A detailed job description including a position summary can be viewed here: Associate Legal Counsel Job Description.

Do you want to use finance to combat climate change, promote equitable economic development and enhance the quality of life for all the people of Illinois?Do you have the motivation, work ethic, skills and grit to join a small, growing and talented team at the forefront of climate finance?IFA/CB needs motivated and hardworking professionals to maximize the impact of new federal funding and to better deliver existing financial products and services throughout the State of Illinois (the “State”).If this describes you, then apply to join the Illinois Finance Authority/Climate Bank (“IFA/CB”).

IFA/CB generates its own operating revenue and is not supported by State taxpayer or ratepayer appropriations. The IFA/CB Board meets publicly each month.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Legal Counsel assists the General Counsel in performing and managing the legal affairs of the IFA/CB, with a particular focus on supporting financial assistance (grants, loans, and public financing) transactions and operational compliance. The Associate Legal Counsel will have responsibility for supporting compliance with state and federal laws applicable to the operation of a public agency (i.e., a body politic and corporate under the laws of Illinois), including reviewing and responding to Freedom of Information Act requests, supporting compliance with the Open Meetings Act, developing and reviewing legislation and administrative rules, and assisting with IFA/CB procurements.

Duties also include, but are not limited to, supporting IFA/CB product and program development, assisting with negotiating loan transactions and closings, providing support for review and posting of notices required under the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (“TEFRA”), assessing proposed grant/loan projects for compliance with relevant federal grant terms and conditions, and assisting with risk management. This is a transaction-heavy position and requires creativity and attention to detail. This position will also entail some work supporting IFA/CB’s human resources and audit functions.

This is an entry-level legal position with the opportunity to develop your skills as an attorney while working on interesting issues involving the clean energy transition and public administration. The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000, depending on experience.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward the following items to [e-mail]:

• Resume
• A legal writing sample
• List of three professional references

More information on responsibilities and qualifications can be found here: https://www.il-fa.com/about/team

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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