City Hall Counsel — Policy, Ethics & Compliance

Justia; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York invites applications for Executive Agency Counsel – 95005 in the Mayor’s Office. The role supports senior policymakers by researching laws, providing legal analysis, and guiding transparency initiatives to uphold integrity and efficiency across city agencies.

You’ll manage a large portfolio, draft and negotiate contracts, and advise on employment and ethics matters. NY Bar admission and 4+ years in a high‑stakes legal role are typical prerequisites; excellence in analytical

Qualifications

• Attorney admitted to the New York State Bar.
• 1+ years of relevant legal experience in civil rights, government service, private practice, or prosecution.
• Experience or demonstrated ability in policy, ethics, or transparency work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Researching local, state, and federal laws, court decisions, legal authorities, and other legal documents.
• Providing policy guidance and legal analysis to City Hall staff to advance mayoral initiatives.
• Working with senior administration officials on transparency projects, including compliance with FOIL.
• Analyzing conflicts, ethics, and privacy questions for the Mayor’s Office, including outside activities and gift requests.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, releases, licenses, and other agreements for the Mayor’s Office.
• Providing legal analysis to the Mayor’s Office staff in employment, EEO, and conflict matters.
• Acting as a City Hall policy advisor to agencies reporting to the Chief Counsel.
• Reviewing and making legal judgments about sensitive material.

Skills

Analytical ability

Strong communication

Team player

Public service commitment

Job description

The City of New York invites applications for Executive Agency Counsel – 95005 in the Mayor’s Office. The role supports senior policymakers by researching laws, providing legal analysis, and guiding transparency initiatives to uphold integrity and efficiency across city agencies.

You’ll manage a large portfolio, draft and negotiate contracts, and advise on employment and ethics matters. NY Bar admission and 4+ years in a high‑stakes legal role are typical prerequisites; excellence in analytical