Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in New York City, NY

In-House

New York City, NY

Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in New York City, NY

Attorney

1-2 yrs required

No

Job Title
Associate Counsel

Job Responsibilities
The Associate Counsel is responsible for assisting the Business and Legal Affairs (BALA) team in the formal review and negotiation of standard BALA contracts. This includes master service agreements, statements of work, consulting agreements, technology and data license agreements, and contract templates. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and assessing client and vendor agreements for the agency and its affiliates. The Associate Counsel collaborates with all agency departments to provide legal counseling, evaluate current contractual risks, and ensure that contractual protections and processes are adequate for business transactions. Proficiency in utilizing the BALA electronic contracts database and repository, specifically Laserfiche, is required. The job's main duties and responsibilities are divided as follows:
- Contract Review and Negotiation: 65%
- Counseling / Contract Risk and Processes: 20%
- Administrative: 15%

Education and Experience Information
Candidates must have 1-2 years of experience working in a law firm or an in-house legal department of a corporation. Experience in contract or transactional drafting focusing on general corporate contracts is required. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school are necessary. Candidates must be members in good standing of the New York State Bar. Additional experience in media/entertainment and professional knowledge in digital advertising, social media, and data protection/privacy is considered a plus.

Knowledge and Skills Required
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Capability to balance and prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Outlook and Word; MS Teams and Excel are advantageous

Salary Information
The salary range for the Associate Counsel position is between $110,000 and $135,000 annually. The actual base salary for a successful applicant may vary based on factors such as individual skill sets, experience, training, education, licensure/certifications, and qualifications for the role. The company employs an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. The total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company-paid holidays, unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.

Work Setting
The position offers a hybrid work setting, combining remote and in-office work.

Benefits
The position includes benefits such as disability insurance, gym membership, health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, pet insurance, and a retirement plan.

Additional Information
The position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Physical activity and work environment requirements are not specified. The statements provided are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not exhaustive. They do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the employer’s discretion. The company is an equal opportunity workplace, committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered consistent with legal requirements.