Legal Associate

Syska Hennessy Group is seeking a Legal Associate to join their New York office. The successful candidate will assist the General Counsel with a wide range of legal matters, including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts, as well as providing related advice to internal clients.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice in New York state required
• Prior experience in a business-oriented law firm, in-house legal department, or construction/engineering or architectural industry is required
• Litigation and contract review/negotiation experience a plus
• Excellent and thorough investigation skills are important
• Detail-oriented with an ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of risk management; international agreements; insurance issues; and marketing/social media a plus
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to follow directions and ask clarifying questions but also work independently, without significant direct supervision and handle multiple priorities

Benefits

• Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
• Training and professional development courses
• Professional development incentive bonuses
• Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Transit/parking employer stipend
• 1⁄2 day work from home Fridays all year long