Over 3 years of transactional experience, preferably in real estate or corporate law
Familiarity with general corporate law, contracts, and leases
Proven ability to analyze and assess complex legal issues
Responsibilities
Review, negotiate, and draft a range of legal documents including contracts and licenses
Conduct legal research and provide advice on various legal matters
Draft and advise on human resource policies
Oversee outside counsel for legal matters in domestic and international jurisdictions
Develop and conduct legal training for staff and volunteers
Advise on risk management and compliance matters for the organization
Perform additional tasks as assigned
Benefits
Flexible working environments
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supportive and collaborative culture
Engagement in impactful legal work that supports organizational missions
Access to a diverse range of legal issues and fields
Full Job Description
The Assistant General Counsel will handle general legal work and compliance matters for the organization, acting as a strategic partner to the Associate General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel, and the General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer. The Assistant General Counsel will advise on day-to-day legal needs and provide strategic legal guidance on a variety of topics.
Duties and Responsibilities
Review, negotiate and draft contracts, releases, leases, software licenses, trademark licenses, information and technology agreements, and other legal documents, various marketing material for distribution, and advise on various legal issues including intellectual property, tax, regulatory issues, real estate and governance
Perform legal research and provide general advice on various matters
Research, draft and advise on human resource policies
Oversee matters referred to outside counsel in the U.S., Israel and other foreign countries
Develop and conduct legal training for volunteers and staff on legal matters.
Advise volunteers and staff on risk management regarding activities of the organization and its local chapters and compliance matters including preparing and updating organizational policies, guidelines and procedures for the organization
Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Education, Experience
Juris Doctor degree
Admitted to New York State Bar
3+ years transactional experience at a major law firm (preference for real estate or corporate background)
Required Skills
Knowledge of general corporate law, contracts, leases
Ability to work with a diverse number of internal clients and outside business people
Ability to quickly identify, analyze and assess legal issues and risks and develop business-oriented solutions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical capabilities and judgment
Excellent organizational, prioritization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and execute efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with multiple constituencies and work proactively and independently
