Senior Counsel, Legal

New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC); New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is seeking a Senior Counsel to provide legal support for its diverse portfolio of economic development projects. You will lead complex transactional matters, including drafting and negotiating leases, contracts of sale, and construction agreements.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, NY State Bar admission, and at least five years of post-law school transactional experience in real estate, finance, or contracts,

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school
• New York State Bar admission required
• 5+ years post-law school transactional experience in real estate, finance, or contracts
• NYC residency within 180 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Lead complex transactional matters, including drafting and negotiating leases, contracts of sale, and construction agreements.
• Advise on real estate, infrastructure investments, and tax-exempt transactions.
• Support governance and compliance initiatives within the org.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal drafting

Real estate law

Corporate governance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

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New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC)

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New York, NY

JD from ABA-accredited law school; NY State Bar admission; 5+ years post-law school transactional experience; NYC residency required within 180 days of hire.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Senior Counsel, Legal
Category: Jobs
Organiser: New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC)
Description: The New York City Economic Development Corporation is seeking a Senior Counsel to provide legal support and representation for its diverse portfolio of economic development projects. The role involves leading complex transactional matters, including drafting and negotiating leases, contracts of sale, and construction agreements. The successful candidate will advise on real estate, infrastructure investments, and tax-exempt transactions while supporting corporate governance and compliance initiatives.
Eligibility: Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and be in good standing with the New York State Bar. A minimum of five years of post-law school legal experience in transactional practice (real estate, finance, or contracts) is required. Candidates must establish New York City residency within 180 days of hire.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: New York, NY
Fees: None
Application Link: Not specified
Contact Information: Not specified