Conduent

Assistant General Counsel – Government Contracts

Conduent

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: District of Columbia • Maryland • United States

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Salary

💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per year

About the role

  • Reviewing and negotiating government prime contract and subcontract provisions
  • Interpreting government contract clauses and counseling business teams, Legal Department colleagues, the General Counsel, and management on contractual rights and obligations
  • Advising internal stakeholders on federal contracting requirements and contract risk mitigation strategies
  • Leading or supporting ethics and compliance activities related to government contracting
  • Leading or supporting internal investigations related to government contract matters
  • Managing outside counsel in connection with federal, state, and local government bid protests
  • Supporting government contract aspects of mergers and acquisitions activities
  • Assisting in drafting company policies related to legal and compliance requirements
  • Assisting in employee training and education on government contracting requirements and compliance obligations
  • Collaborating with Legal Department colleagues and functional teams to provide general legal advice and counsel across the organization

Requirements

  • Earn a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Obtain a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Maintain an active license to practice law in one or more relevant jurisdictions
  • Demonstrate a minimum of five years of relevant legal experience in government contracting
  • Apply strategic thinking and negotiation skills when reviewing and structuring contract provisions
  • Communicate clearly and effectively in legal and business correspondence and reports
  • Negotiate diplomatically and effectively with internal stakeholders and external counsel
  • Model exemplary behavior when working with internal teams and external partners
  • Manage priorities effectively to ensure responsibilities are completed accurately and on time
  • Adapt to and utilize new technology and legal tools as needed
  • Present complex legal information clearly to stakeholders across all levels of the organization
  • Maintain a strong sense of urgency while delivering high-quality legal work
Benefits
  • Health & Welfare Benefits: Comprehensive plans tailored to your needs, effective from day one.
  • Retirement Savings: Robust programs to help you secure your financial future.
  • Employee Discounts: Access to a wide range of discounts on merchandise, services, travel, and more.
  • Career Growth Opportunities: Paths for advancement within a global organization.
  • Paid Training: Learn while you earn with award-winning learning platforms.
  • Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO packages to help you recharge.
  • Great Work Environment: Join an award-winning culture that values diversity and inclusion.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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Certifications
Bachelor's degreeJuris Doctor (JD)active law license