Senior Attorney

OFFICE LOCATION

Albany, New York, USA

Hybrid - Albany, NY Office

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WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive.

Our work is guided by our values, which include a and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC.

Want to know more? Check out our to hear stories from staff or visit .

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued.

We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work.

Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings.

Please apply we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Senior Attorney will provide legal services on complex matters to advance organization-wide priorities and appropriately manage risk for assigned programs.

They ensure that transactions and activities are legally sound and consistent with our mission, authority, policies, and procedures.

They will be responsible for providing legal advice and support regarding matters relating to all aspects of The Nature Conservancy’s programs for assigned business units within the eastern United States.

These matters include conservation real estate matters such as purchases and sales of fee interests and conservation easements, licenses, and leases.

The Senior Attorney will also provide advice on non-real estate conservation projects, contracts, and grants as well as advice regarding intellectual property.

The Senior Attorney will be responsible for interpreting and administering the organization’s corporate policies and procedures as they apply to our work.

The Senior attorney will have strong oral and written communication skills and a willingness to learn non-profit law. They will work as part of a team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff and will report to the Associate General Counsel responsible for the New York and Northeast Division States.

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.

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 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.

Job Family : Legal

Internal Job Code : 300002

Salary Grade : 9