Staff Counsel
Core
Provide legal advice to the Licensing Division, review license applications, conduct investigations, issue final determinations, and counsel on the interpretation of licensing laws and rules for NYC businesses.
Role type
Staff Counsel (Agency Attorney)
Builds
Legal compliance frameworks and licensing decisions for NYC businesses
Domain
Public sector / Consumer protection / Licensing law
Required skills
Legal analysis, regulatory compliance, investigation, public engagement, contract review, policy implementation
Preferred skills
Experience with multi-stakeholder industries (tobacco, newsstands, street vendors)
Technologies
Legal research databases, case management systems
Responsibilities
Review license applications and issue final decisions; conduct investigations for challenging categories; provide legal counseling to divisions on licensing laws; assist in implementing new laws and rules; engage with the public regarding jurisdictional laws.
Seniority
Mid-level (1-3 years post-admission)