Divisional Deputy City Solicitor - Commercial Law Unit - Pensions & Finance Division
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About The Position
The City of Philadelphia Law Department seeks a senior level attorney licensed in Pennsylvania or eligible to become a member of the Pennsylvania bar within six (6) months of hire for the position of Divisional Deputy City Solicitor to supervise the Commercial Law Unit's Pensions & Finance Division. The Divisional Deputy and attorneys within the Division advise and represent City departments in contract and municipal finance matters, in particular, the City's Pension Board, Sinking Fund, Treasurer's Office, Commerce Department, and Office of the Director of Finance. Principal practice areas include bond issues and other municipal finance matters, competitive procurement law (RFPs and bids), general corporate law, and federal, state and local grants. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with the various City, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the City's contracting processes. They will mitigate risk and drive efficiency by enhancing the contracting process; enhance or develop contracting templates; liaise with outside counsel in various matters; negotiate and conduct meetings with business leaders and other corporate counsel; draft, negotiate, and review complex agreements for a myriad of City services and enterprises; oversee and manage the operations of the Pensions & Finance Division; participate in City municipal finance transactions and counsel City leaders, including commissioners, directors, and City Council for the purpose of furthering the City's commercial operations.
