Federal Contracts Counsel — FAR & DFARS Expert

Apex Systems; Glen Allen (VA); Ibrido; USD 120.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive Salary

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer-M

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Incentives

Training and Advancement opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Government Contracts Counsel to join our Legal Department. You will draft and negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, and related agreements, and provide guidance on FAR/DFARS terms and government-wide vehicle obligations.

Ideal candidates have a J.D., state bar admission, 2+ years of federal contracting experience, and strong communication and analytical skills. The role is hybrid based in Richmond, VA, with opportunities to advise on compliance, bid

Competenze

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and admission to a state bar; Virginia corporate counsel eligibility if not licensed in VA
• 2+ years of relevant legal experience, including federal government contracting
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS, including flow-down obligations
• Experience drafting and negotiating federal prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and task orders
• Familiarity with GSA MA Schedule or other government-wide contract vehicles preferred
• Familiarity with federal cybersecurity and information-safeguarding requirements (NIST SP 800-171, CMMC) preferred
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with short turnaround times and handle multiple contracts simultaneously
• Superior oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented with strong analytical/problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

Mansioni

• Draft, analyze, revise, and negotiate master services agreements, prime contracts, subcontracts, and related documents
• Review and negotiate terms and conditions of federal contracts and subcontract flow-downs
• Advise internal clients on contract provisions and federal terms impact on delivery and pricing
• Support government-wide vehicles and schedules (e.g., GSA, GWACs, IDIQs) and related modifications
• Advise on contractor compliance topics (OCIs, small business subcontracting plans, E-Verify)
• Assist with safeguarding and supply chain requirements (NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, 889 restrictions)
• Assist with bid protests, claims, terminations, audits, and contract closeouts
• Edit documents for consistency with policies and laws
• Maintain accurate databases and files; communicate with senior management and sales leaders

Conoscenze

Legal drafting and negotiation

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Formazione

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

ABA-accredited law school

Strumenti

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Descrizione del lavoro

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Government Contracts Counsel to join our Legal Department. You will draft and negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, and related agreements, and provide guidance on FAR/DFARS terms and government-wide vehicle obligations.

Ideal candidates have a J.D., state bar admission, 2+ years of federal contracting experience, and strong communication and analytical skills. The role is hybrid based in Richmond, VA, with opportunities to advise on compliance, bid