Municipal Transactions Counsel

Jersey City, City of; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Jersey City, City of is seeking an attorney to join the Transactional Group as Assistant Corporation Counsel. The role focuses on drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on procurement and real estate matters, and supporting municipal transactions.

Essential qualifications include a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited school and NJ Bar admission, with three+ years of practice preferred. The position is full-time with limited telework in a hybrid setup and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar.
• Three or more years of legal practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate contracts and other transactional documents for the City.
• Advise departments on procurement, bidding, professional services, and related issues.
• Review OPRA requests and other public-access matters; defend positions as needed.
• Draft affordable housing agreements and advise on housing matters.
• Counsel on ordinances, regulations, and policies affecting municipal operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Jersey City, City of is seeking an attorney to join the Transactional Group as Assistant Corporation Counsel. The role focuses on drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on procurement and real estate matters, and supporting municipal transactions.

Essential qualifications include a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited school and NJ Bar admission, with three+ years of practice preferred. The position is full-time with limited telework in a hybrid setup and comprehensive benefits.