Assistant General Counsel

Assistant General Counsel

About the Company

Mission-driven organization providing affordable housing solutions

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1973

Employees
11-50

Specialties

• advocacy
• affordable housing
• hdfc co-ops
• support
• tenant organizing
• and policy

About the Role

The Company is in search of a mission-driven Assistant General Counsel to join its legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of legal support, including transactional, compliance, and governance work. This role is pivotal in supporting the company's affordable housing programs and CDFI lending arm. Key responsibilities for the Assistant General Counsel include providing day-to-day legal advice, maintaining compliance with relevant laws, and assisting in the structuring and closing of real estate deals. The role also involves drafting and reviewing a variety of legal documents, from contracts to organizational policies, and supporting the Board of Directors on governance matters. Applicants must have a J.D. from an accredited law school, be admitted to the New York State Bar, and have a minimum of 2 years' legal experience, with a focus on transactional real estate, lending, nonprofit, and/or affordable housing work. The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills, as well as strong organizational abilities and attention to detail. A passion for affordable housing, community development, and tenant empowerment is essential. While not mandatory, experience in real estate lending, secured transactions, and familiarity with housing cooperative law and community development finance is preferred. The role requires the ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment, and provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice.

Hiring Manager Title
General Counsel

Functions

• Legal