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New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><b>HOUSING PRESERVATION &amp; DVLPMNT
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><b>Posted On: </b><b>10/23/2025
</b></div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>Full-Time
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div><div><b>NYC-ALL BOROS</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>No Exam Required
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
<div><b>Contracts &amp; Real Estate Divisi</b></div>
</div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><b>Salary Range:</b></div><b>
</b><div><b>$140,000.00 &ndash; $150,000.00</b></div><b>
</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2></div>
<div><div><div>About the Agency:<br>
<br>
The New York City Department of Housing Preservation Development (HPD) promotes quality and affordability in the city's housing, and diversity and strength in the city&rsquo;s neighborhoods because every New Yorker deserves a safe, affordable place to live in a neighborhood they love.<br>
<br>
<ul><li>We maintain building and resident safety and health</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>We create opportunities for New Yorkers through housing affordability</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>We engage New Yorkers to build and sustain neighborhood strength and diversity.</li></ul><br>
HPD is entrusted with fulfilling these objectives through the goals and strategies of &ldquo;Housing Our Neighbors: A Blueprint for Housing and Homelessness,&rdquo; Mayor Adams&rsquo; comprehensive housing framework. To support this important work, the administration has committed $5 billion in new capital funding, bringing the 10-year planned investment in housing to $22 billion the largest in the city&rsquo;s history. This investment, coupled with a commitment to reduce administrative and regulatory barriers, is a multi-pronged strategy to tackle New York City&rsquo;s complex housing crisis, by addressing homelessness and housing instability, promoting economic stability and mobility, increasing homeownership opportunities, improving health and safety, and increasing opportunities for equitable growth<br>
<br>
Your Team:<br>
<br>
Within HPD&rsquo;s Office of Legal Affairs (OLA&rsquo;s), the Contracts and Real Estate Division (CRED) handles, among other things, all of HPD&rsquo;s legal work related to real estate development, land-use planning, and asset management. The division&rsquo;s primary responsibility is to provide legal services to the Agency&rsquo;s affordable housing development programs, including by advising on real estate financings, sales and leases of City-owned property, and affordable housing regulatory agreements, and by closing the Agency&rsquo;s real estate transactions. The division is also responsible for advising on planning, pre-development, and asset management matters and affordable housing development policy and program design and implementation.<br>
<br>
Your Impact:<br>
<br>
As an Associate General Counsel, you will be a senior legal advisor to the Agency in support of the City&rsquo;s ambitious affordable housing plan. You will also lead, support, and train a team of talented lawyers and support staff.<br>
<br>
Your Role:<br>
<br>
Your role will be to supervise a team of approximately 4-6 professionals who advise the Agency&rsquo;s development programs on transactional real estate matters, in addition to associated offices on related matters. You will also provide legal advice and strategic guidance to senior Agency staff regarding real estate transactions and related issues. You will report to the Deputy General Counsel for Real Estate Transactions.<br>
<br>
Your Responsibilities:<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Supervise and mentor lawyers and support staff who advise on construction and permanent real estate financings, sales and leases of City-owned property, and affordable housing regulatory agreements, and who close the Agency&rsquo;s real estate transactions.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Prepare and review, and supervise the preparation and review of, complex legal documents related to real estate transactions and governmental approvals.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Negotiate, and supervise the negotiation of, difficult and complex legal issues, transactions, and documents pertaining to the implementation of affordable housing capital programs.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Analyze federal, state, and local laws and regulations.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Provide legal advice and strategic guidance to senior Agency staff.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Work collaboratively with Agency colleagues and partners</li></ul><br>
EXECUTIVE AGENCY COUNSEL - 95005</div><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p><br>
Admission to the New York State Bar; and four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.
<br>
<br>
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.</p><p><b><br>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness</b></p><br>
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education&rsquo;s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.<br>
<p><b>
Residency Requirement</b></p><br>
New York City Residency is not required for this position<br>
<p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><div></div><p><br>
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</p></div>
</div><div><div><p><b>
</b></p><p><b>Shortlist</b></p>
</div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job ID
</b></div><div><b>752691</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title code</b></div>
<div><b>95005</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Civil service title</b></div>
<div><b>EXECUTIVE AGENCY COUNSEL</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title classification</b></div>
<div><b>Non-Competitive-5</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Business title</b></div>
<div><b>Associate General Counsel</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posted until</b></div>
<div><b>11/21/2025</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Experience Level: </b></div><b>Manager
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job level</b></div>
<div><b>M1</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Number of positions</b></div>
<div><b>1</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Work location</b></div>
<div><b>100 Gold Street</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Category: </b></div><b>Legal Affairs
</b></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Associate General Counsel</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Associate General Counsel

92nd Street Y

<div>
 This role will principally advise on and provide counsel on legal matters related to labor law, ensuring compliance with multiple Collective Bargaining Agreements and applicable law. This includes providing guidance on employee relations, handling disputes, and potentially negotiating with unions. This role requires an expert in labor law, with excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with myriad stakeholders as well as interface with outside counsel.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Legal Counsel and Guidance
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Provide legal advice to senior leadership on a wide range of labor law matters, including but not limited to
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 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Labor RelationsProvide guidance on interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements and union matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Employee RelationsAdvise on employee relations issues, such as disciplinary actions, terminations, and performance management.
  </li>
  <li>
   ComplianceEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, ADA, FMLA, Title VII, etc.).
  </li>
  <li>
   Risk ManagementIdentify and mitigate legal risks associated with employment practices.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Dispute Resolution
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 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Investigations In coordination with the Human Resources team, conduct or oversee investigations into employee complaints of harassment, discrimination, or other workplace misconduct including incident reporting.
  </li>
  <li>
   Negotiation Negotiate settlements and agreements in employment disputes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Arbitration Manage arbitration processes, advise on strategy and ensure compliance with contractual and legal obligations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Litigation Represent the organization in employment-related matters, including administrative hearings, mediations, and court proceedings and provide recommendations for actionable next steps.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Policy Implementation
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Labor Laws and Implementation Monitor changes in labor laws and advise the organization on operational impact.
  </li>
  <li>
   Reviewing Policies Review employment policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and best practices.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Contract Negotiation and Management
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 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Contract Interpretation Demonstrate ownership of the Collective Bargaining Agreements and ensure accurate application.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collective Bargaining Proactively prepare and participate in collective bargaining negotiations with unions, when applicable.
  </li>
  <li>
   Draft and Review Contracts Draft and review separation agreements, and other legal documents.
  </li>
  <li>
   Documentation Maintain accurate and up-to-date legal records and documentation related to employment matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  </li>
  <li>
   Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction.
  </li>
  <li>
   Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in labor law, both counseling and litigation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with unionized workplaces.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience working within creative environments and/or working with minors, preferred.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in the non-profit sector is a plus.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 40 hours/week
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Application Instructions
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Interested applicants should forward a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are only able to contact those applicants whose experience most aligns with the position profile.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Compensation Range
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 <br/>
 $140,000 - $160,000
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <em>
  The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
 </em>
</div>


Legal Counsel

NYC Housing Authority

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><b>NYC HOUSING AUTHORITY
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><b>Posted On: </b><b>10/24/2025
</b></div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>Full-Time
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div><div><b>NYC-ALL BOROS</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>No Exam Required
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
<div><b>Law Dept-Legal Counsel</b></div>
</div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><b>Salary Range:</b></div><b>
</b><div><b>$106,404.00 &ndash; $120,000.00</b></div><b>
</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2></div>
<div><div><p>The NYCHA Law Department&rsquo;s Legal Counsel Division provides legal advice to the agency in legislative, regulatory, and compliance matters and other initiatives. The unit assists the agency in formulating and implementing policies and procedures and provides support to internal business partners by researching a host of legal issues affecting their operations.<br>
<br>
Responsibilities of the Agency Attorney III include, but are not limited to, the following:<br>
<br>
1. Analyze proposed and existing federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules to determine their effects on NYCHA and to assist in implementation.<br>
2. Collaborate with internal partners in the preparation of policies and procedures affecting the agency&rsquo;s operations.<br>
3. Coordinate with agency partners to implement the transition of certain public housing developments to the Section 8 program.<br>
4. Provide legal advice in connection with implementation of pilot programs and other initiatives.<br>
5. Perform other related duties.<br>
<br>
Additional Information<br>
1. This position may be eligible for a two day per week work from home option.<br>
2. Resume and cover letter must include bar admission date(s) (month and year). Candidates must also provide two writing samples representing the candidate&rsquo;s efforts, not those of a reviewer; three references, listing their professional association and the circumstances under which they became familiar with the candidate&rsquo;s professional skills; and a copy of the candidate&rsquo;s law school transcript.<br>
3. Salary level depends upon qualifications and experience.<br>
4. NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).<br>
5. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.<br>
<br>
NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees&rsquo; Retirement System (NYCERS).<br>
<br>
Note: The selected candidate will be required to maintain confidentiality regarding all NYCHA proceedings.
<br>
<br>
Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.<br>
<br>
AGENCY ATTORNEY - 30087</p><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p><br>
1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either &quot;2&quot; or &quot;3&quot; below.
<br>
2. One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
<br>
3. Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).
<br>
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
<br>
In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements:
<br>
To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.</p><p><b><br>
Preferred Skills</b></p><br>
1. Strong legal analysis, research, writing, and verbal skills. 2. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. 3. Ability to work independently and in team settings to produce high-quality, timely legal work. 4. Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure. 5. Familiarity with housing laws and regulations, affordable housing, real estate, administrative law, or legislative and rulemaking processes desirable. Experience in laws and regulations governing the public housing or Section 8 programs is a plus.<br>
<p><b>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness</b></p><br>
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education&rsquo;s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.<br>
<p><b>
Residency Requirement</b></p><br>
NYCHA has no residency requirements.<br>
<p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><div></div><p><br>
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</p></div>
</div><div><div><p><b>
</b></p><p><b>Shortlist</b></p>
</div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job ID
</b></div><div><b>750021</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title code</b></div>
<div><b>30087</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Civil service title</b></div>
<div><b>AGENCY ATTORNEY</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title classification</b></div>
<div><b>Non-Competitive-5</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Business title</b></div>
<div><b>Agency Attorney 03</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posted until</b></div>
<div><b>11/12/2025</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Experience Level: </b></div><b>Experienced (Non-Manager)
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job level</b></div>
<div><b>03</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Number of positions</b></div>
<div><b>1</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Work location</b></div>
<div><b>Policy</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Category: </b></div><b>Legal Affairs
</b></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Agency Attorney 03</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Agency Attorney 03

Fernridge Group

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Senior Transaction Manager (New York, NY):
  </strong>
  Our client, a leading credit and real estate focused alternative asset management firm with north of $10B AUM, is seeking an attorney to join their growing legal team. This individual will work closely with both the General Counsel and Chief Transaction Counsel.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Highlights:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Opportunity to join a growing, actively fundraising firm, in a newly created capacity working alongside a talented and lean legal and deal team
  </li>
  <li>
   New hire will focus on the structuring and closing of RE loans, as well as the ownership and operation of real properties from both a legal and business standpoint
  </li>
  <li>
   Highly visible and interactive role across teams and all levels internally
  </li>
  <li>
   Hybrid work (4 days in) and excellent work/life balance, benefits, and compensation
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Responsibilities:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Structure, close and securitize the firm&rsquo;s commercial real estate loan originations
  </li>
  <li>
   Track closing process and progress of all transactions in house
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist Asset Management with loan amendments, modifications and workouts
  </li>
  <li>
   Review and approve loan documentation, purchase and sale agreements and legal diligence prior to every closing
  </li>
  <li>
   Review and approve securitization documentation, including confirmation of related representations and DDQ information
  </li>
  <li>
   Negotiate warehouse and similar financing arrangements for Firm's assets
  </li>
  <li>
   Draft and/or review other legal documents, including confidentiality agreements, third party engagement letters, scopes of work, etc.
  </li>
  <li>
   Be a resource to CRE group, with focus on origination deal teams, on issues with legal and other ramifications
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Qualifications:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   JD required
  </li>
  <li>
   3 - 6 years of relevant experience in private practice
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience working on commercial real estate debt and equity transactions and documents
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with real estate asset management, including loan modifications, workouts and sales, as well as real property dispositions
  </li>
  <li>
   Knowledge of corporate structures and documentation, including REIT formation
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to take initiative/ownership/responsibility of work product
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


VB Spine

<div>
 <strong>
  Location:
 </strong>
 Hybrid &ndash; New York City
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Company:
 </strong>
 VB Spine LLC
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Employment Type:
 </strong>
 Full-Time
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  About VB Spine
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 VB Spine is the largest privately held spine company and one of the largest family-owned medical technology companies in the world. In 2025, Stryker Corporation agreed to spin off its global spine division to Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC, a family-owned investment office specializing in the neuro-musculoskeletal space. VB Spine brings together deep legacy, bold innovation, and a sharp focus on improving surgical outcomes for patients worldwide.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 With a comprehensive product portfolio, a growing global distribution network, and strategic partnerships, VB Spine delivers specialized solutions that meet critical needs in spine surgery. The company is led by the Viscogliosi Brothers, internationally recognized pioneers in the neuro-musculoskeletal industry with a proven record of building and scaling more than 40 businesses in the healthcare space over the past two decades.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 VB Spine is headquartered in New York City and is committed to operational excellence, global impact, and enabling the highest standard of care.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Position Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 VB Spine is seeking one or more talented junior to mid-level
 <strong>
  Legal Counsel
 </strong>
 to join its expanding legal department. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside highly accomplished attorneys and contribute meaningfully to a wide range of commercial and corporate matters.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 You&rsquo;ll be part of a small, high-performing legal team in a hybrid role based in
 <strong>
  New York City,
 </strong>
 combining in-person collaboration and mentorship with flexibility and autonomy with room to take on increasing responsibility as the company grows.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Key Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including vendor, customer, service, distribution, and confidentiality contracts.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide day-to-day legal support across general corporate matters, governance, compliance, and contract management.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate cross-functionally with business teams including sales, operations, marketing, and finance to align legal risk with business goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Help improve legal workflows, templates, and internal processes as the legal function continues to scale.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage and coordinate with outside counsel on specialized matters as needed.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
  </li>
  <li>
   Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
  </li>
  <li>
   2&ndash;6 years of legal experience, ideally with at least 1&ndash;2 years at a nationally recognized law firm.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong experience in commercial contracts and general corporate legal matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication, judgment, and organizational skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
  </li>
  <li>
   A proactive, collaborative mindset and a desire to learn from and contribute to a strong legal team.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Compensation And Benefits
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Base salary range of $180,000 to $250,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
  </li>
  <li>
   Comprehensive benefits package.
  </li>
  <li>
   Hybrid schedule with regular in-person collaboration in the New York City office and flexibility built in.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Why Join VB Spine?
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Be part of a high-growth company where legal is seen as a key business partner.
  </li>
  <li>
   Work alongside experienced attorneys and gain hands-on mentorship and exposure.
  </li>
  <li>
   Take on varied, meaningful work with a path for continued growth and responsibility.
  </li>
  <li>
   Help shape legal operations at a company that values innovation, teamwork, and impact.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  To Apply
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Please submit your resume. We look forward to hearing from you.
</div>


monday.com

<div>
 <strong>
  Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We&rsquo;re looking for a well-rounded, employment-focused attorney to join our growing global legal team here in the US. In this role, you'll take ownership of key employment matters across the Americas (U.S. and LATAM), while also supporting the company on a range of corporate and commercial matters.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 You should be proactive, collaborative, and eager to build scalable, compliant employment frameworks, while also remaining flexible to support other business needs.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Please note that this is a hybrid position of 3 days/week in our NYC office
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  About The Role
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Serve as the go-to legal resource for U.S. and LATAM employment matters, including hiring, work authorization and visa processes, employee relations, performance management and various employment benefits and filings
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide legal guidance on sensitive employee relations issues and internal investigations, partnering closely with HR and business leaders
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist with employment-related filings, audits, and regulatory compliance
  </li>
  <li>
   Drive proactive legal strategies in the employment space and collaborate on global employment initiatives and alignment
  </li>
  <li>
   Review, draft, negotiate, and interpret a wide variety of commercial agreements including SaaS agreements, NDAs, vendor contracts, data processing addendums, business associate addendums, platform integration, and partnership agreements, and ensure that all commercial agreements adequately protect the company&rsquo;s interests, improve processes, and increase scalability, partnering with various departments
  </li>
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   Manage agreements and business activities to comply with company policies and risk tolerance
  </li>
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   Provide general legal support to our global business as needed, including corporate legal matters such as lease agreements
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with international legal counterparts and business teams to ensure consistent legal support across jurisdictions
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  Requirements
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  <li>
   3+ years of relevant legal experience, in a law firm or in-house company, ideally with a focus on U.S. employment law and working in the technology sector
  </li>
  <li>
   Understanding of employment frameworks and regulations, including work authorizations, leaves of absence (e.g., FMLA, ADA)
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience working closely with HR, Talent Acquisition, and cross-functional teams
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion, sound judgment, and practical risk-balancing
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong experience in drafting, negotiating and managing professional services agreements, software as a service agreements, business agreements, intellectual property agreements and lease agreements
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure
  </li>
  <li>
   Team player with exceptional written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent negotiating skills, keen analytical abilities, a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, as well as a track record of success in handling complex business and legal issues in a fast-paced, agile and evolving technology-driven business environment
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborative, positive, business-focused and service-minded
  </li>
  <li>
   Self-reliant and able to prioritize workload
  </li>
  <li>
   JD (or foreign equivalent), licensed to practice in New York or eligible for in-house counsel registration
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  </li>
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  What Monday.com Can Offer You
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  <li>
   Opportunity to join a well-funded, proven company with big ambitions, competitive salary and benefit package, bonus potential, and eligibility to take part in the company equity incentive program
  </li>
  <li>
   Amazing company culture that values transparency and collaboration while never forgetting to have fun while we work!
  </li>
  <li>
   Monthly stipends for food, wellness, and commuter work
  </li>
  <li>
   Fully dedicated learning and development team that provides opportunities for our employees to hone and gain new skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Award winning work environment - named a "Best Place to Work" by BuiltIn as well as "Great Place To Work" certified
  </li>
  <li>
   We foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging through our Employee Resource Groups in addition to providing access to resources and education to support our team, facilitate conversations, and encourage understanding
  </li>
  <li>
   A global work environment with employees in Tel Aviv, New York, San Francisco, Denver, London, Kiev, Sydney, S&atilde;o Paulo, and Tokyo
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  </li>
 </ul>
 Visa sponsorship for this role is currently not available.
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 monday.com is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, cultural background, religious beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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 For New York City-based hires only: Compensation Range: $180,000-$230,000 base salary, subject to standard withholding and applicable taxes. In addition to base salary, the role includes opportunity to receive and/or earn a discretionary bonus and/or equity based on Company&rsquo;s plans and in accordance with Company&rsquo;s policies. Compensation finally awarded to the candidate will be commensurate with the candidate&rsquo;s skills and experience. Compensation ranges for candidates in locations outside of New York City may differ based on the cost of labor and such additional factors for such other locations.﻿
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Employment and Commercial Legal Counsel

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><b>HOUSING PRESERVATION &amp; DVLPMNT
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><b>Posted On: </b><b>10/24/2025
</b></div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>Full-Time
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div><div><b>NYC-ALL BOROS</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>No Exam Required
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
<div><b>Contracts &amp; Real Estate Divisi</b></div>
</div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><b>Salary Range:</b></div><b>
</b><div><b>$120,000.00 &ndash; $130,000.00</b></div><b>
</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2></div>
<div><div><div>About the Agency:<br>
<br>
The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the nation&rsquo;s largest municipal housing preservation and development agency. Its mission is to promote quality housing and diverse, thriving neighborhoods for New Yorkers through loan and development programs for new affordable housing, preservation of the affordability of the existing housing stock, enforcement of housing quality standards, and educational programs for tenants and building owners.<br>
<br>
Your Team:<br>
<br>
Within HPD&rsquo;s Office of Legal Affairs (OLA&rsquo;s), the Contracts and Real Estate Division (CRED) handles, among other things, all of HPD&rsquo;s legal work related to real estate development, land-use planning, and asset management. The division&rsquo;s primary responsibility is to provide legal services to the Agency&rsquo;s affordable housing development programs, including by advising on real estate financings, sales and leases of City-owned property, and affordable housing regulatory agreements, and by closing the Agency&rsquo;s real estate transactions. The division is also responsible for advising on planning, pre-development, and asset management matters and affordable housing development policy and program design and implementation<br>
<br>
Your Impact:<br>
<br>
You will be part of a team of talented attorneys and support staff who provide critical legal services to the agency as it executes the City&rsquo;s ambitious affordable housing plan.<br>
<br>
Your Role:<br>
<br>
Your role will be to provide legal services to the agency&rsquo;s affordable housing development programs and associated offices on related matters.<br>
<br>
Your Responsibilities:<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Support the agency&rsquo;s development programs by providing legal services to the agency&rsquo;s affordable housing development programs.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Perform closings of construction and permanent financings, dispositions of City-owned property, and affordable housing regulatory agreements.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Prepare and review complex legal documents related to real estate transactions and governmental approvals.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Analyze federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Handle other complex legal issues pertaining to the implementation of affordable housing programs.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Negotiate difficult and complex issues, transactions, and documents.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Work collaboratively with agency colleagues and partners.</li></ul><br>
Preferred skills<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Experience in a transactional real estate practice.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Familiarity with State and City laws and rules relating to affordable housing creation and preservation, including, for example, statutory loan authorities under the Private Housing Finance Law and General Municipal Law, rent stabilization and the Rent Stabilization Code, and New York City zoning and land use laws and regulations</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Familiarity with federal, state, and local affordable housing subsidy programs and policy</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Excellent writing, legal research, and analytical skills</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Experience managing and supervising attorneys and other professionals</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Ability to draft legislation and rules</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Ability to review and analyze proposed legislation and rules</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Ability to liaise with litigation counsel to protect Agency programs and processes</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li></ul><br>
EXECUTIVE AGENCY COUNSEL - 95005</div><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p><br>
Admission to the New York State Bar; and four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.
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Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.</p><p><b><br>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness</b></p><br>
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education&rsquo;s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.<br>
<p><b>
Residency Requirement</b></p><br>
New York City Residency is not required for this position<br>
<p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><div></div><p><br>
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</p></div>
</div><div><div><p><b>
</b></p><p><b>Shortlist</b></p>
</div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job ID
</b></div><div><b>752810</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title code</b></div>
<div><b>95005</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Civil service title</b></div>
<div><b>EXECUTIVE AGENCY COUNSEL</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title classification</b></div>
<div><b>Non-Competitive-5</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Business title</b></div>
<div><b>Executive Agency Counsel</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posted until</b></div>
<div><b>12/22/2025</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Experience Level: </b></div><b>Manager
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job level</b></div>
<div><b>M1</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Number of positions</b></div>
<div><b>1</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Work location</b></div>
<div><b>100 Gold Street</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Category: </b></div><b>Legal Affairs
</b></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Executive Agency Counsel</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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