Corporate Incentives Of Counsel

DLA Piper•Reston, NY

32d•$425,000 - $525,000•Hybrid

About The Position

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. Summary DLA Piper is seeking an Of Counsel to join our corporate practice. This position can be based out of any US office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience advising domestic and international companies seeking to expand or relocate in the US; advising companies across a wide range of industries with the development of new corporate headquarters, manufacturing and distribution facilities, data centers, and large office projects; and identifying and negotiating discretionary economic development incentives. This is a high volume, fast-paced practice with a highly integrated team serving global clients. We seek candidates who are process driven, have immediately transferable skills, strong academic backgrounds, and who can mentor more junior associates on the team. Additionally, candidates should have strong analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills; attention to detail: good business judgment: excellent organizational skills; and the ability to work collaboratively and independently across the firm.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience advising domestic and international companies seeking to expand or relocate in the US
Experience advising companies across a wide range of industries with the development of new corporate headquarters, manufacturing and distribution facilities, data centers, and large office projects
Experience identifying and negotiating discretionary economic development incentives
Process driven
Immediately transferable skills
Strong academic backgrounds
Ability to mentor more junior associates on the team
Strong analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Good business judgment
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively and independently across the firm
Superior research, analytical, and writing skills are highly preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, are a must
The ability to multi-task and prioritize is also required
Strong project management skills and attention to detail is critical to success
JD
Admission in the bar for the jurisdiction in which you are applying
Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm experience
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
Foster positive work relationships
Comply with all firm policies and practices
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned