Senior Assistant General Counsel, Contracts
17 hours ago
The Chicago Housing Authority seeks a highly skilled Senior Assistant General Counsel to join its Contracts and Corporate Counseling Division. As a key member of the team, you will work closely with the Department of Procurement and other agency departments to prepare contracts for various user departments.
Key Responsibilities- Negotiate, draft, review, and revise contracts, as well as prepare intergovernmental and other types of agreements.
- Provide counsel and advice on contract interpretation, administration, modification, and closure.
- Assist with contract disputes, claims, and resolutions, including settlements and releases, contract breaches and defaults, and terminations.
- Draft construction contracts, contractor agreements, and amendments to protect against potential general liability, delay claims, errors and omissions, and payment issues.
- Support the Board of Commissioners Office as directed by the Chief Legal Officer and provide advice and guidance on governance and compliance issues.
A Juris Doctorate Degree, admission to the Illinois Bar, and a minimum of eight years' experience are required. Strong writing, oral communication, and research skills, as well as solid analytical and problem-solving ability, are essential. The ideal candidate will have substantial expertise in contract law and experience in city or local agency procurement, with a preference for construction law experience.
This is an exempt position with a salary range of $125,000 - $135,000. The position will report to the main office Monday - Friday between 8a.m. and 5p.m. and is not eligible for telework.
Apply directly to the company webpage at: careers.thecha.org
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