Counsel, Legal

New York City Economic Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision plans

Retirement plan options

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

The Counsel position at New York City Economic Development Corporation provides legal support for programs and projects under senior attorneys and the General Counsel. This role emphasizes transactional work, drafting and negotiating leases, licenses, permits, consultant and professional services agreements, and related instruments.

You will manage transactions through closing, assist with governance materials for Boards of Directors, and coordinate with internal teams and outside counsel.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school and NY Bar in good standing.
• 2+ years post-law-school experience in real estate, finance, contracts or related fields.
• Strong communication, research, and drafting abilities.
• Experience supporting litigation or coordination with outside counsel.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate leases, licenses, permits, and contracts.
• Assist with real estate and economic development transactions and financings.
• Coordinate with developers, lenders, and public agencies on negotiations.
• Advise staff on legal, contractual, and corporate requirements.
• Support closing of transactions and governance-related matters for Boards.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiations

Legal research

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Our Vision

To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission

Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

Position Overview

The Counselpositionprovides legal support and representation in connection with NYCEDC’s programs and projects under the guidance of senior attorneys and the General Counsel. This role supports transactional matters, advisesinternal staff on legal, contractual, and corporate requirements,andundertakeslegal research and analysis to advance NYCEDC’s mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support transactional matters across NYCEDC’s portfolio by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements such as leases, licenses, permits, consultant and professional services agreements, funding and loan agreements, construction and development contracts, and related instruments.
• Assistwith transactions involving real estate and economic development projects, including waterfront, transportation, maritime, capital, and infrastructure initiatives, as well as financing and tax-exempt transactions for NYCIDA and Build NYC Resource Corporation.
• Participate in negotiations with developers, lenders, public agencies, consultants, and other third parties, with supervision asappropriate.
• Effectively communicateNYCEDC’s legal and corporate policiestointernal stakeholders and external parties.
• Managetransactionsthrough closing by coordinating with internal teams, external counsel, and counterpartiesto ensuretimelyexecution of project documents.
• Assistin advising NYCEDC staff on legal, contractual, and corporate compliance matters, and support litigation and dispute-related issues in coordination with the New York City Law Department and other City agencies, as needed.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, summaries, and analyses on matters of law and policy for senior attorneys and NYCEDC staff.
• Assistwith the preparation and review of materials for the Boards of Directors of NYCEDC, NYCIDA, and Build NYC ResourceCorporation,as well as other corporate governance matters.
• Support litigation and dispute-related matters, including coordinating with internal stakeholders and outside counsel, developing case strategy, responding to discovery requests, and reviewing pleadings, filings, and other legal documents.
• Performadditionalduties in support of the Legal Services team, includingassistancewith form agreements, program initiatives, andpersonnel mattersas assigned.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from anABA-accredited law school; active admission and in good standing with the New York State Barrequired.
• A minimum of two (2) years ofpost-lawschool legalexperienceinareas such as real estate, finance, construction, contracts, or related fields.
• Demonstratedcommunication skills, with the ability to present legal concepts clearly and concisely.
• Legal research, analysis, and drafting capabilities.
• Experience handling or supporting litigation matters, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, negotiations, and coordination with outside counsel.
• Ability to understand transactional documents and apply legal principles to practical businessobjectives.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a legal team and with internal clients.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and follow through on deliverables withappropriate supervision.
• Demonstratesprofessional judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
• New York City residency isrequiredwithin180 daysof hire.

Salary Range

$125,000 - $140,000 USD

About Us

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. We take 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 .

Benefits

• 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
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