Assistant City Solicitor or Deputy City Solicitor – Commercial Law Unit – Contract & Procurement Division

Position SummaryThe City of Philadelphia Law Department seeks an attorney to join the Commercial Law Unit’s Contracts & Procurement Division.  The ideal candidate is expected to perform the following duties:  Advise and represent City departments in contracting matters;  Draft, review, and negotiate terms and conditions for a variety of contracts including contracts for the procurement of goods and services, professional services contracts, intergovernmental cooperation agreements, facility use agreements, event agreements, and grant agreements; Help develop, draft, and review policies and practices to ensure contracting terms and processes are in compliance with relevant law and federal funding requirements; and Provide legal counsel on questions arising from the Philadelphia Code, Home Rule Charter,  and other applicable areas of law. Essential FunctionsIn addition to the Position Summary, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Communicating with City business stakeholders and subject matter experts, vendors, and others involved in business and commercial law matters; Drafting, editing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements; Conducting research, drafting legal opinions, and analyzing legal issues related to commercial law; Interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations, including procurement law, the Philadelphia Code, and the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter;  Analyzing the risk profile of proposed transactions in consult with the City’s Division of Risk Management;  Keeping informed of relevant legal developments and analyzing applicability to the City’s contracting terms and processes;  Updating Law Department contract and solicitation documents as needed;  Performing administrative functions related to the practice of law; and  Performing other duties as assigned.Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to efficiently handle multiple contract negotiations and projects.Ability to analyze large amounts of information, determine relevant facts, and propose viable solutions.Ability to find what applicable laws and regulations apply to a specific matter.Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. Ability to effectively communicate complex rules and procedures to clients. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders to complete transactions. Excellent writing, matter management, negotiation, and drafting skills.Excellent judgment and critical thinking in high-pressure situations.Ability to foster and maintain a collegial, inclusive, and professional work environment.Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work on teams and collaborate with colleagues and clients.Experience reviewing and advising on federal grant conditions is a bonus.