Associate Counsel

FLSA: Exempt/Overtime Ineligible

Benefits: Eligible

Hours Per Week: 40/Full-time

Met Council is America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to serving the needy. We fight poverty through comprehensive social services and by treating each client with compassion, integrity, and respect. Our programs are staffed by experts who help over 350,000 clients each year and advocate on behalf of all needy New Yorkers. Our services include 100% affordable housing at 21 locations, family violence services, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention and the largest free kosher food distribution program in the world. Our network of 101 food pantries, affordable housing sites, and affiliated JCCs provide services directly in neighborhoods across New York City.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an attorney with a passion for serving the poor to assist with an array of legal matters. The Associate Counsel will draft and review contracts with funders, partners, consultants, and service providers for the agency. Further, the Associate Counsel will assist in contract administration, board matters, insurance requirements, and compliance.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Advising leadership and individual departments on legal matters and risk
• Reviewing and drafting legal agreements
• Coordinating with insurance partners and internally to ensure coverage for agreements
• Tracking contract renewals and deadlines
• Drafting board minutes and resolutions, corresponding with entity boards, and ensuring compliance with governance requirements

Competencies:

• Demonstrated excellence in legal research and writing
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interest of the agency.

Skill and Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing
• Three years’ experience in contract review, drafting, and compliance matters.

Compensation: $100,000 - $115,000 per year

Benefits: Major medical, dental, vision and life insurance; pre-tax commuter benefits; FSA; 403(b) with employer contribution; plus generous vacation, sick leave and holidays.