WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
Do you want to build on your transactional experience in a mission driven organization that works to ensure its investments align with its mission? Come join TNC's growing legal team to support TNC conservationists and scientists doing cutting edge projects in the Northeast and New York such as
the protection of the 15,000 acre Follensby Pond property by 2 distinct conservation easements ; support for work with indigenous partners including assistance grants, preserve access agreements and land transfers; cutting edge impact investing to advance conservation; support for forest, freshwater and marine/coastal conservation programs and for urban conservation programs, and review of multi-million dollar state and federal government grants.
The Senior Attorney is responsible for providing legal support for all aspects of the Conservancy's programs and may support business units beyond New York and the Northeast. This position may have supervisory responsibility for paralegals and may be asked to supervise other attorneys. This position is supervised by a Senior Attorney. The position will be hybrid, based in the Albany, New York office.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
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Juris Doctorate or equivalent and license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.
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Five (5) years relevant legal experience or at least three (3) years relevant legal experience coupled with assumption of significant responsibilities for a geographic area or subject matter expertise.
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Experience advising clients on evaluating and managing risk.
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Experience in real estate law and legal issues relating to land management, including acquisitions, title review, leases, conservation easements, encroachments, restoration, and coordination with public agencies.
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Experience in negotiating, drafting and reviewing contracts and/or government grants.
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Legal research and writing experience.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience in non-profit law and intellectual property.
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In-house experience and/or law firm experience advising sophisticated clients and senior management.
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Experience developing, directing, and managing multiple projects.
WHAT WE BRING
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including; health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, accrued paid time off (including annual, personal, and sick leave), life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Learn more about our benefits at nature.org/careers. We're proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellness, and flexibility needs of the people we employ.
SALARY INFORMATION
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $118,000 - $128,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose location of employment is Albany, New York, USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 54923, submit your RESUME & COVER LETTER online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.
Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.
