Lead Attorney and Chief of Staff

1 week ago


New York, New York, United States City of New York Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated attorney and manager to serve as Lead Attorney and Chief of Staff to the General Counsel in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) at the City of New York.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Advising the General Counsel on sensitive matters
  • Managing a staff of 40+ attorneys, investigators, and support staff
  • Leading OGC's development and execution of a talent hiring and retention plan
  • Assisting with management of major OGC processes, including risk management, audits, investigations, review of legislation and regulations, and oversight of major litigation
  • Managing information flow between the General Counsel and internal and external parties
  • Developing organizational structures and systems that facilitate the work of teams
About the Team

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) is comprised of various units, including Real Estate, Human Capital, Procurement, and Discipline and Labor Relations. OGC provides DCAS and Citywide legal support, extending to Litigation of landlord-tenant matters, legislative review, and providing legal counsel for agency lines in areas such as fleet administration, energy purchasing/conservation, and facilities management/construction.

About the Opportunity

This is an exceptional opportunity to provide impactful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come. The successful candidate will play a critical role in advising the General Counsel and managing OGC, requiring excellent judgment from an organizational, strategic, and legal perspective in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple priorities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must be a highly organized, proactive, strategic, and strong communicator, able to think holistically and creatively, identifying risk while being solutions-oriented. They must possess excellent leadership skills, with experience managing a team of attorneys, investigators, and support staff.

What We Offer

The City of New York offers a competitive salary range of $145,000 - $185,000 per year, commensurate with experience, plus benefits, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.



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