Government Contracts Attorney in New York City, NY

In-House

New York City, NY

Government Contracts Attorney in New York City, NY

Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Associate General Counsel

Job Responsibilities:
- Draft, negotiate, and review letters of engagement, complex contracts, and related agreements such as Master Services Agreements.
- Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to draft, update, and manage the company's templates, policies, and procedures, including corporate compliance, ethics, and privacy.
- Provide legal and regulatory guidance to business leaders and other key internal stakeholders.
- Actively support M&A activities, from LOI/IOI through closing and into integration.
- Provide support for litigation, dispute resolution, and other matters as they arise.
- Work with legal and internal teams as well as internal clients to strengthen capabilities and contribute meaningfully to material matters, empowering employees and stakeholders.
- Demonstrate success in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal agreements, letters of engagement, corporate documents, and legal records of compliance.
- Engage, manage, and coordinate with outside counsel when necessary.
- Collaborate on special projects and respond to ad hoc requests as needed.

Education and Experience Information:
- . degree from an ABA-accredited law school with 5+ years of legal experience.
- Admission to and in good standing with a State Bar.
- Strong initiative, work ethic, and the desire to be part of a fast-paced, nimble, and impactful team.
- Ability to enable the business for continued success while balancing legal issues and business risk.
- Strong contractual drafting and negotiating experience required; government contract experience is a plus.
- Experience working in a large, global business with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to support and navigate complex conflict checks.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and a demonstrated ability to interact with colleagues at all levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:
- A desire to learn, take initiative, and enjoy the work and the people involved.
- Professional services experience is preferred.
- Foreign language skills are a plus.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Salary Information:
A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $140,000 - $160,000. The offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Additional Information:
- Employees are provided with a flexible work environment that allows for remote work when needed.
- Flexible Time Off policy.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401k Match.
- Commuter Benefit.

EEO and Job Accommodations:
The company is committed to embracing diversity and building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For individuals with a disability who would like to request reasonable accommodation, contact the company with the subject line “Applicant Accommodation” along with the request and contact information.

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.