Description:

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

Juris Doctorate or equivalent and license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.
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.
Experience advising clients on evaluating and managing risk.
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.
Experience in negotiating, drafting and reviewing contracts and/or government grants.
Legal research and writing experience.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in non-profit law and intellectual property.
In-house experience and/or law firm experience advising sophisticated clients and senior management.
Experience developing, directing, and managing multiple projects.