Attorney

Jobot; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Attorney in Albany, NY to navigate complex legal landscapes, work on high-profile cases, and provide expert advice on a range of legal matters. The role emphasizes government affairs, legislative, public policy, and regulatory work within a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in government/public policy roles, with strong research, writing, and negotiation skills, and must be admitted to the New York State Bar.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar
• Minimum 5 years in government/legislative/public policy or regulatory roles
• Proven research, writing, litigation and regulatory experience
• Strong knowledge of legislative processes and government regulations
• Experience lobbying or working with lobbyists/government officials
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and professionally
• Willingness to stay updated on new laws and regulations

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on legislative, regulatory, and public policy matters
• Represent the organization in court proceedings, hearings, and negotiations
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support decision-making and policy development
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents
• Collaborate with government officials, lobbyists, and stakeholders to advance regulatory agendas
• Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the organization's interests and ensure compliance
• Provide training and guidance to team members on legal matters
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting operations

Skills

Government Affairs

Regulatory Affairs

Public Policy

Legislative Affairs

Policy Counsel

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New York State Bar admission

Job description

Attorney

$125000 - $150000 per year | Albany, NY | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Attorney to join our growing legal team. This role will require the candidate to navigate complex legal landscapes, work on high-profile cases, and provide expert advice on a range of legal matters. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in government affairs, legislative affairs, public policy, and regulatory affairs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact, working with a team of dedicated professionals in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

Why join us:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• 1. Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of legislative, regulatory, and public policy matters.
• 2. Represent the organization in court proceedings, hearings, and negotiations.
• 3. Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support decision-making and policy development.
• 4. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• 5. Work closely with government officials, lobbyists, and other stakeholders to advance the organization's legislative and regulatory agenda.
• 6. Develop and implement effective legal strategies to protect the organization's interests and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• 7. Provide training and guidance to other team members on legal matters.
• 8. Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations that may affect the organization and its operations.

Qualifications:

• 1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 2. Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Government Affairs Attorney, Government Relations Attorney, Legislative Affairs Attorney, Public Policy Attorney, Policy Counsel, Regulatory Affairs Attorney, or a similar role.
• 4. Proven experience in legal research and writing, litigation, and regulatory affairs.
• 5. Strong knowledge of the legislative process, public policy, and government regulations.
• 6. Experience in lobbying or working closely with lobbyists and government officials.
• 7. Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• 8. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• 9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• 10. High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• 11. Willingness to keep abreast of new laws and regulations that may affect the organization and its operations.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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