Senior Attorney

Job purpose

The mission of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation is to honor the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001. We also honor our military and first responders who continue to make the supreme sacrifice of life and limb for our country. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is committed to eradicating homelessness amongst our veterans.

Duties and responsibilities

• Work closely with the General Counsel and Associate Counsel to ensure the Foundation is safeguarded and protected in all dealings.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance on a broad range of subject matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of contracts.
• Represent the Foundation and navigate conversations, both internally and externally, regarding legal matters.
• Liaise with outside counsel.
• Maintain strong working relationships and work collaboratively with all departments throughout the Foundation.
• Represent the values and brand of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
• Operate in accordance with the goals, needs, and mission of the Foundation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm or in-house team and serving in a leadership role.
• Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school; 5-7 years of legal experience; and active license to practice law in New York.
• Extensive knowledge of various areas of law including: contracts, real estate, employment, intellectual property, trusts, entertainment, and corporate governance. Non-profit experience strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive command of contractual and legal language, and experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to negotiate and navigate conversations dealing with high level projects and sensitive matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain trust and relationships both internally and externally.
• Unquestionable ethics and integrity.
• Able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Must be a team player and work collaboratively with the EVP, Legal Team, and various departments throughout the Foundation.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, handle significant responsibility.
• Must be detail oriented and organized, and someone who can complete tasks and projects from start to finish.
• Strong work ethic.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account

Working conditions

Special working conditions may include: a change in days worked, shift hours, and/or working conditions (outdoors or other locations) when participating and assisting in special events needed.