Senior Attorney (Contracts)
Company: City of Atlanta
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Job Posting Open Until Filled Salary Range:
$97,519.00 - $126,327 Hiring Department: Department of Law General
Description This position will serve as a primary resource to
review, negotiate, revise and draft construction contracts, general
services agreements, professional services agreements, technology
services agreements, inbound and outbound grants agreements,
intergovernmental agreements and other City contracts. The attorney
will also draft and review legislation for user agencies. A key
aspect of the role is supporting the Team to improve contracting
processes, including the development of templates, playbooks and
other tools. Success in the role will be measured by your ability
to deliver quality contracts and appropriate legal advice relating
thereto in a collaborative, professional and timely manner. The
attorney will: Oversee and manage contract disputes, including
construction contract claims and change orders Ensure that all
contracting processes are followed Evaluate and communicate to
internal stakeholders any contract risks and obligations and
provide general legal advice as needed throughout the contracting
process Establish productive relationships with the City agencies,
departments and functional groups Conduct legal research related to
applicable municipal, state and federal laws and regulations and
interpret laws, rulings and regulations to advise on legal matters,
including contracts Participate on projects to improve how the
Contracts Management Services Team provides services to its
clients, and that enable our Team to develop and grow. Minimum
Qualifications Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree
required. Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of
Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one (1) year of
employment. Must have ten or more (10) years of post-graduate
contracting experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience in
municipal, county, and/or constitutional law. Demonstrated
experience with construction law is a plus. Work Schedule This
position follows the City’s hybrid work schedule policy as assigned
by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires
in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days
per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week,
based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval.
The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five
(5) days in-person work.
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