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Deputy Chief Counsel

New York City, NY, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-31 → 2026-09-27

Core

Provide legal analysis and strategic guidance to the Mayor and senior policymakers on complex issues including public safety, immigration, employment, legislation, and ethics.

Role type

Senior government counsel (Deputy Chief Counsel)

Builds

Legal strategy and policy advice for the Mayor's Office

Domain

Municipal government / Public law

Required skills

legal analysis, strategic guidance, stakeholder liaison, project supervision, mentoring, agency oversight

Preferred skills

public service commitment, multi-priority management, concise communication

Technologies

legal research tools, case management systems

Responsibilities

Provide legal analysis and strategic guidance to the Chief Counsel and senior staff; Inform team strategy on complex legal issues; Serve as a point of contact between the Chief Counsel team and stakeholders; Supervise high-priority initiatives; Mentor attorneys and professionals; Advise and oversee reporting agencies; Coordinate with senior policymakers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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