In-House Counsel
The New York State Teachers’ Retirement System (“NYSTRS”, or the “System”) is seeking a seasoned, highly qualified attorney to join its Office of the General Counsel. The ideal candidate must be highly motivated and a confident self-starter who can prioritize and effectively lead multiple initiatives and who thrives in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
The job responsibilities of the In-House Counsel will include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Provide exceptional general legal services to all departments, divisions, and stakeholders of and within the System
· Contribute to and/or be responsible as Legal Department lead for benefits, legislation, investments, back-office support (benefits and investments), risk & compliance, governance, litigation, labor and employment, procurement, and/or other general legal matters that may arise affecting the System
· Assist with compliance and governance matters in support of the Executive Director & Chief Investment Officer and the Board of Trustees
· Contribute to and assist with the System’s Legislative programs and outreach, and advise in interpreting and implementing the statutes, rules & regulations governing the System and on other laws that may affect the System
· Draft determination letters, memoranda, briefs, affidavit, policies, processes, procedures and other documents and deliverables as required
· Coordinate work with outside counsel and managing outside counsel’s work product and costs
· Supervise, manage, and mentor junior attorneys and legal professionals within the Office of the General Counsel
· Collaborate and assist to facilitate all administrative and operational needs of the Legal Department
