Senior Government Contracts Counsel (DoD & FAR/DFARS)

Next Matter; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful long-term equity

Four weeks of paid time off

Paid parental leave

Catered meals during high-demand periods

Fitness stipend

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in government contracts to oversee legal strategies across U.S. government dealings, especially with DoD programs. Candidates should possess a JD and bar membership alongside 5+ years of relevant experience, including expertise in FAR/DFARS. The role offers significant equity, four weeks of PTO, comprehensive health benefits, and additional perks like catered meals and fitness stipends. U.S. citizenship required due to security clearance needs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in government contracts law.
• Deep expertise in FAR/DFARS and DoD contracting environments.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, hardware-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal strategy and execution across U.S. government contracts.
• Advise on proposal development and contract negotiation.
• Support audits and interactions with government stakeholders.

Skills

Government contracts law

FAR/DFARS expertise

Business judgment

Ability to operate autonomously

Support high-tempo teams

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Active bar membership

Job description

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in government contracts to oversee legal strategies across U.S. government dealings, especially with DoD programs. Candidates should possess a JD and bar membership alongside 5+ years of relevant experience, including expertise in FAR/DFARS. The role offers significant equity, four weeks of PTO, comprehensive health benefits, and additional perks like catered meals and fitness stipends. U.S. citizenship required due to security clearance needs.