Title:  Director Fleet & Finance Counsel

Position Summary

The Director Fleet & Finance Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and guidance to a variety of JetBlue departments, and for supporting the strategy, preparation and negotiation of Fleet, Finance and Treasury transactions and agreements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all fleet transactions, including Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) purchase agreements, aircraft leases, sale leaseback transactions, aircraft sales and lease returns, lease extensions and buyouts, aircraft loans, prepayments, payoffs and lien releases, and aircraft and engine sales and lease returns
• Manage and execute all debt and equity transactions, including secured financing and unsecured financings, and execution of all debt transactions and agreements (including short-term and long-term borrowings)
• Provide substantive support to the Treasury team on financings, revolving and term loan credit agreements, aircraft financings, convertible debt, and Enhanced Equipment Trust Certificates (EETCs)
• Provide substantive support to the Fleet team on aircraft and engine leases, buyouts, renovations, sale leasebacks, and restructurings
• Support large corporate transactions, as needed
• Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support their engagement, growth, and goal achievement
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

• Law degree and admission to the Bar of a state or jurisdiction of the United States
• Seven (7) years’ experience with a major law firm and/or in-house legal position
• Able to draft clear and concise legal and financial documents
• Experience with managing a full project or initiative
• Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating agreements and execution of large and small scale transactions
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, and organizational skills
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work well under limited supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Available for moderate overnight travel (10%)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Admission to the New York Bar
• Knowledge of commercial airline operations and other disciplines within the airport and their respective roles 
• Providing guidance on regulatory matters to senior leaders
• Familiarity with developing environmental regulations

Crewmember Expectations:  

• Regular attendance and punctuality  
• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice 
• Able to maintain a professional appearance 
• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft 
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun  
• Must fulfill safety accountabilities as prescribed by JetBlue’s Safety Management System  
• Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy, Security Policy, and behavioral standards  
• Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))  
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls  
• Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to their duties and responsibilities  
• The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position. 

Equipment:  

• Computer and other office equipment 

Work Environment:  

• Traditional office environment 

Physical Effort:   

• Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary) 

Compensation:   

• The base pay range for this position is between $160,000.00 and $205,000.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include performance bonuses, restricted stock units, as well as access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.

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