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Entry Level Associate Attorney Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

City of Buffalo

LEGAL SECRETARY (PROVISIONAL)

New York, NY · On-site

$46K - $53K/yr

THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY ... Lawyers Secretarial Assistant, Court and Hearing Reporter; OR, (B) Associate's Degree from an ...

City Of Buffalo

LEGAL SECRETARY (PROVISIONAL)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$48K - $66K/yr

THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY ... Lawyers Secretarial Assistant, Court and Hearing Reporter; OR, (B) Associate's Degree from an ...

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How much do entry level associate attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level associate attorney in Hackensack, NJ is $117,964.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,300.00 and $141,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level associate attorney?

An Entry Level Associate Attorney is a newly licensed lawyer who typically works at a law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency. They assist senior attorneys with legal research, drafting documents, and preparing for hearings or trials. Their responsibilities often include reviewing contracts, conducting client meetings, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. This role provides valuable hands-on experience and helps develop essential legal skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level associate attorney?

To thrive as an Entry Level Associate Attorney, a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission, strong legal research and writing skills, and attention to detail are essential. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software, is common in this role. Effective communication, time management, and adaptability are important soft skills for managing multiple cases and collaborating with senior attorneys and clients. These skills ensure associates can efficiently support casework, meet deadlines, and contribute meaningfully to the firm's legal team.

What types of cases or assignments can I expect as an entry level associate attorney?

As an Entry Level Associate Attorney, you can expect to support senior attorneys with researching case law, drafting memorandums and legal briefs, preparing litigation documents, and assisting with discovery. You may also have opportunities to attend client meetings, court hearings, or depositions depending on your firm's practice area. Workloads often vary, but you'll typically balance multiple cases and projects at once, gaining exposure to various aspects of legal practice. This hands-on experience is valuable for developing your legal knowledge and skills, while allowing you to explore potential areas of specialization for your career.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Associate Attorney job openings in Hackensack, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,964 per year, or $56.7 per hour.

Dedicated Lending Associate SAFE Act - NEW YORK

Citigroup, Inc.

New York, NY • On-site

$72K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Citibank rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 177 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 171 rated banks

Job description

The Dedicated Lending SAFE Act is an entry level position responsible for contributing to the formulation and implementation of long and short-term strategic plans and objective is to increase market share/penetration and maximize opportunities for growth throughout the marketplace. The Dedicated Lending SAFE Act assists in providing product specialists with qualified referrals for cross-sell. Employees in this role also assist in closing deals across products and coordinate underwriting/credit practices.
Responsibilities:
  • Deliver mortgage lending services to clients in consultation with assigned Home Lending Officer(s) in all aspects of the loan application process to include: collecting borrower information, consulting a borrower on mortgage options; quoting rates/terms from the system, and addressing follow-ups on the application/mortgage processing
  • Gather information from clients and other third party sources such as title companies and real estate agents, and apply judgement based on practice and precedence to determine needed items to submit files to underwriting for approval
  • Monitor application pipeline to ensure key dates (consent, lock, lock expiration, anticipated closing dates) are met and communicate with clients on requirements and timelines.
  • Manage the marketing process for the Home Lending Officer supported, which includes marketing material management and follow-up on prospective customer leads as needed, working open houses, realtor agent events and training events
  • Partner with Operations teams to ensure the seamless transfer of the loan application in order to provide documents to the processors and acquire any additional information needed by the processors and/or underwriters
  • Manage customer inquiries as well as build and maintain relationships with client book of work
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience in Mortgage/Loan Origination
  • Banking experience preferred
  • Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
  • This position requires the employee to register as a mortgage loan originator with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry ("Registry") and obtain a unique identifier from the Registry before engaging in mortgage loan originator activities, to maintain and renew that registration on an annual basis, to update registration information with the Registry on a timely basis, and to provide that unique identifier to consumers as required by applicable SAFE Act regulations and Citi policies and procedures.

Education:
  • Bachelor's/University degree or High School diploma/equivalent with at least 2 years of relevant Loan Origination experience

Competencies
  • Expert knowledge of general lending products and services and pricing alternatives in the industry.
  • Ability to comprehend and explain financial calculations and pricing alternatives.
  • Strong communication skills with customers about the proper documents and information needed to obtain a particular loan
  • Knowledge of the laws and regulations that govern consumer lending, including fair lending, privacy, and RESPA
  • Self-starters who can work independently or work with existing partnerships with a proven track record
  • Ability to work as part of a team to grow the assigned branch/branches or community organization.

Job Family Group:
Consumer Sales
Job Family:
Consumer Sales Support
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location:
New York New York United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$72,000.00 - $105,000.00
In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.
View Citi's EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

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We live in an increasingly complex world. Companies these days are either born global or are going global at record speed. Business and geopolitics are forging an entirely new dynamic and consumers now expect financial services to be a seamless part of their digital lives. Citi is a bank that’s uniquely positioned for this moment. Through our vast global network and our on-the-ground expertise, we can connect the dots, anticipate change and empathize the needs of our clients and customers in ways that other banks simply cannot. Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. We have set expectations for how we must act to bring our mission to life. These expectations are at the heart of our Leadership Principles – we take ownership, we deliver with pride and we succeed together.

Industry

Banking and credit intermediation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York City, NY, US

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