Special Counsel

Responsibilities

• Participate in and support the development and implementation of interagency and intra-agency initiatives addressing complex legal, operational, and/or administrative issues.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on matters involving critical time-sensitive issues such as cybersecurity breaches, safety and security matters, and responses to proposed legislation.
• Aid the MTA operating agencies with novel legal and programmatic matters and coordinate the appropriate resources to handle such matters.
• Recommend and support the issuance of policies and procedures involving a wide range of operational and administrative concerns.
• Provide general support to the MTA General Counsel in furtherance of the business goals of the MTA Legal Department.
• Support the MTA First Deputy General Counsel for Litigation and Transactional matters, Agency General Counsels, and/or the MTA Deputy General Counsel Unit Chiefs in the litigation and transactional practice areas at the direction of the MTA General Counsel.

Requirements

• Strong leadership and management skills, with a track record of leading a team of legal professionals, managing large projects, and advising an organization’s senior management.
• Experience in matters involving interagency coordination or crisis management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with all levels of the MTA and external parties, including high-profile government officials.
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in New York.
• A minimum of ten years of legal experience is required.

Preferred

• A combination of Law firm and in-house experience.
• Public sector legal experience, particularly in New York City or New York State.
• Demonstrated experience in both transactional and litigation practice.

Pay

$192,068 - $240,085

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.