Associate Counsel at NY CREATES

About NY CREATES:

NY CREATES serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY CREATES also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 2,700 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of more than $20 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.  

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the legal team of NY CREATES, FRMC and FSMC, led by the General Counsel of the corporations, with a primary focus on a wide range of corporate and business transactions, contracts, leases and other real estate transactions, equipment purchases, complex interagency relationships and other corporate matters.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing legal advice, draft and negotiate agreements and other documents required to implement corporate initiatives and assess and make recommendations on various compliance and policy matters.
• Advise the General Counsel, senior management and other stakeholders on a variety of legal matters that arise in the day-to-day operations of the three not-for-profit corporations, and as needed, work with external counsel on specific projects.
• The successful candidate will also assist on matters pertaining to corporate governance including Board of Directors management such as preparation of meeting agendas and materials, recording of actions, maintenance of corporate records, and implementation of items approved by the Board of Directors and Committees.
• The Associate Counsel will assist in managing and responding to NY Freedom of Information Law ("FOIL") requests received by the corporations, including analyzing requests, gathering records, consulting with internal and external counsel, obtaining all necessary approvals and responding to requests.
• Other reasonable duties as directed by or through the General Counsel.

Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• J.D. degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization and admission to the New York State Bar. 
• Not less than 5 years of experience in the practice of law on corporate and business transactions, including real property transactional matters, at a law firm, in corporate practice as in-house counsel or with a state or federal agency.
• Ability to multi-task, take initiative and prioritize in a fast-paced environment and to work independently and as part of an integrated collaborative team.
• Candidate must be highly organized, detail oriented and possess strong computer, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to actively engage, consult with and advise employees and management at all levels within the organizations, and to apply business judgement to legal matters.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

PREFERED REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of (i) New York Not-for-Profit Corporation Law, (ii) New York FOIL, (iii) corporate governance, and (iv) Federal contracting is desirable.

Don't meet every requirement? At NY CREATES we are dedicated to building a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive workplace. If you are excited about working for NY CREATES but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY CREATES.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range:

Level A $90,000-$115,000

Level B $115,000-$130,000

*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.  
 
For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.  
 
Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY which is an Equal opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.  
 
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