Partner in Government Contracts in Manitowoc, WI

Law Firm

Manitowoc, WI

Partner in Government Contracts in Manitowoc, WI

Partner

Min 10 yrs required

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Government Procurement Partner - Join Our Growing Team!

Job Title: Government Procurement Partner
Location: Washington, .
Salary: Competitive base pay with outstanding benefits
Experience: Minimum of 10 years in government procurement and commercial contracting

Introduction:

**Members Only**, a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals, is seeking a Government Procurement Partner to join our growing team. We work with a diverse range of clients across various industries, providing exceptional legal services and business acumen. We are looking for a Partner with at least 10 years of experience in government procurement and a book of a minimum of $400k in portable business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced attorney to lead and grow our Government Procurement Practice.

About the Position:

As a Government Procurement Partner, you will have the opportunity to guide emerging and established businesses through the government procurement process. You will provide strategic and tactical advice to navigate the complex statutory and regulatory challenges of contracting with government customers. This role requires a strong background in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement) issues, as well as experience with bid protests, ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) issues, trade and customs issues, and review and negotiation of procurement contracts. The successful candidate will also have strong business development skills and the ability to lead and grow the practice.

Responsibilities:

- Provide strategic and tactical advice to clients navigating the government procurement process
- Assist clients with complex operations in handling issues related to federal, state, and municipal contracts
- Review and negotiate procurement contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and grant proposals
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels of the firm
- Lead and grow the Government Procurement Practice

Requirements:

- . from an ABA accredited law school
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in government procurement and commercial contracting
- Excellent academic credentials
- Valid license to practice law in the jurisdiction where this position will be located

Skills and Qualifications:

- Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion
- Confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
- Agility to respond to unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Benefits:

At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance our employees' overall well-being, both at work and at home. Our benefits include:

Learning and Growth:

- Challenging and dynamic role
- Career development planning
- Professional growth opportunities
- Performance management and coaching
- Specialized training programs
- Mentorship program
- Bar exam/bar review course reimbursement

Health and Wellness:

- Medical, dental, and vision care
- Health savings accounts
- Flexible spending accounts
- Wellness program
- Employee and family assistance program

Total Compensation:

- Competitive base pay
- Outstanding benefits
- Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays
- Performance recognition
- ABA, state, and local bar membership fee reimbursement

Planning for the Future:

- 401(k) with company contribution
- Short-term and long-term disability plans
- Life insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Parental/family leave

Culture and Workplace:

- Respected organization with a collaborative culture
- Growing firm with an exciting future
- Flexible remote work policy (ability to work remotely up to days per week)
- Contemporary work environment
- Positive and respectful work climate

To Apply:

To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal. We are not accepting submissions from search firms at this time.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

**Members Only**, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination based on age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations:

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at or ****. Please provide details about the nature of your request and your contact information.