Senior Associate, Incentives

The role

The Senior Associate will manage discretionary tax incentive transactions from origination through closing. This role involves conducting financial analysis, advising businesses and nonprofits on financing programs, and presenting recommendations to leadership.

What you will do

• Manage discretionary tax incentive transactions from origination through closing.
• Advise prospective applicants on available incentives and financing opportunities.
• Review applications for financial assistance from for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
• Conduct financial analysis and oversee project due diligence.
• Evaluate applicant eligibility for financial assistance.
• Present findings and recommendations to project teams, senior leadership, and Boards of Directors.
• Advise real estate, nonprofit, and business communities on economic development financing programs.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to advance strategic initiatives.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses to evaluate investment opportunities and program enhancements.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to junior staff.

Required qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required
• 3+ years of relevant experience in economic development, finance, real estate, public policy, urban planning, City or State government
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated project management, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
• Demonstrated interest or experience in economic development, real estate, public policy, or New York City government

Nice to have

• postgraduate degree
• experience preparing budgets or financial statements

Benefits

• Generous employer subsidized health insurance
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Vision and hearing benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Short term and long-term disability coverage
• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Up to 25 vacation days
• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
• Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
• Retirement savings programs
• Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
• 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan

Before you apply

• NYC residency is required within 180 days of hire

About the company

New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.