Assistant General Counsel, Real Estate

2 days ago


Newark, New Jersey, United States NJ TRANSIT Full time
Job Summary

The Assistant General Counsel, Real Estate will play a critical role in reviewing, analyzing, and counseling on corporate real estate and commercial contracting legal matters. This position will work closely with NJ TRANSIT staff and management to move forward initiatives for economic development, sustainability, and infrastructure improvement, as well as bus and rail transportation operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review and analyze real estate and capital procurements, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and Requests for Expressions of Interest (REFIs)
  • Negotiate, draft, and review agreements with private counterparties and other local, State, and federal agencies related to real estate and construction matters
  • Provide important and timely legal advice related to operational needs and efficiencies
  • Develop strategies, negotiate, draft, and edit agreements with third parties for complex transactions required to implement large capital projects
  • Periodically review and revise NJ TRANSIT's template real estate and other corporate contracts and other documents, and policies and procedures related to the same
  • Review and counsel on environmental and insurance issues related to contracts
Requirements
  • Juris Doctor (JD) and 5+ years' commercial real estate and contracting experience
  • New Jersey Law License required
  • Excellent inter-personal communications, research, and writing skills, business acumen, excellent judgment, and analytical skills
  • High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and executive presence
Benefits
  • Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Plans
  • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
  • 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
  • 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
About NJ TRANSIT

NJ TRANSIT is committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.


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