Commercial Counsel

Talently; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently is seeking a commercial attorney to support a growing aerospace/defense supply chain organization. You will manage complex vendor and supplier agreements, advise cross-functional teams, and help build scalable contracting processes in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of transactional experience in commercial contracts, procurement, subcontracts, and government contracting in hardware/defense sectors, with strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. state.
• 5+ years of transactional legal experience focused on commercial contracts, procurement, subcontracts, supply chain, or government contracting.
• Industry experience in hardware, defense, government contracting, or similar highly technical industries.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate supplier agreements, subcontracts, SOWs, purchase orders, MSAs, NDAs, and technical services agreements.
• Ensure contractual requirements and obligations are addressed with vendors and suppliers.
• Support government contracting by reviewing FAR, DFARS, OTA, certifications, and compliance obligations.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, finance, and business teams to support contract execution.
• Develop scalable contracting resources, including templates and internal guidance tools.
• Support government and commercial contract compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams on export controls, trade compliance, and sourcing restrictions.
• Provide practical legal guidance and risk assessments to leadership and programs.
• Assist with supplier-related disputes and contract issues as needed.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Procurement

Subcontracts

SOWs

Government contracting

NDAs

Technical services agreements

Drafting and negotiation

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission (US state)

Job description

Skills: Commercial contracts, government contracts, procurement, subcontracting, supply chain, supplier agreements, defense, hardware

About the Company / The Opportunity:

Join a rapidly growing technology company within the aerospace and defense industry that is developing advanced systems and innovative solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercial attorney to support a growing supply chain organization by managing complex vendor and supplier agreements, advising cross-functional teams, and helping build scalable contracting processes within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a hands-on role where they can take ownership of projects, partner closely with business teams, and provide practical legal guidance that supports company growth.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including supplier agreements, subcontracts, statements of work (SOWs), purchase orders, master service agreements, NDAs, and technical services agreements.
• Ensure contractual requirements and obligations are appropriately addressed in agreements with vendors and suppliers.
• Support government contracting requirements by reviewing and implementing applicable FAR, DFARS, OTA, certifications, and compliance obligations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across operations, engineering, finance, and business teams to support contract execution and help drive company objectives.
• Develop scalable contracting resources, including templates and internal guidance tools, to improve efficiency and consistency across the business.
• Support government and commercial contract compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams on export controls, trade compliance, sourcing restrictions, and related regulatory matters.
• Provide practical legal guidance and risk assessments to business leaders and program teams.
• Assist with supplier-related disputes and contract issues as needed.

Must-Have Skills:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. state.
• 5+ years of transactional legal experience focused on commercial contracts, procurement, subcontracts, supply chain, or government contracting.
• Industry experience in hardware, defense, government contracting, or similar highly technical industries.
• Strong experience managing a high volume of contracts and negotiating agreements within business timelines.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with export control regulations.
• Familiarity with trade compliance, sanctions, and customs requirements.
• Understanding of supply chain risk management.
• Experience creating contract training materials, playbooks, and internal processes.