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Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role): + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract + 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds + Tuition reimbursement program + Life insurance and disability coverage + Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection + Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits + Employee Assistance Plan To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us . Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .
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Associate General Counsel - Government Contracts - (Herndon, VA)
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A Corporate Lawyer specializes in corporate law. They ensure the legality of commercial transactions, advising corporations on their legal rights and duties, including the duties and responsibilities of corporate officers.
$199,288 / year median in Virginia
-2% projected decline
Job Description
- Position Description & Qualifications
- The
- Associate General Counsel - Government Contracts
- serves as a senior legal advisor responsible for providing strategic legal counsel across U.
- In this role, you will:
- Government Contracts Legal Advisory
- + Provide legal counsel across the full government contracting lifecycle, including capture, proposal, award, performance, and closeout + Interpret and apply FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and procurement regulations + Advise on contract structure, risk allocation, pricing considerations, and compliance obligations across U.
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- + Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of government contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, and related agreements + Negotiate and advise on key provisions including limitation of liability, indemnification, intellectual property rights, termination, and disputes + Support negotiation of contract modifications, claims, and equitable adjustments + Ensure appropriate flow-down of regulatory and contractual requirements •Government Contract Compliance Advisory•+ Advise on compliance with government contract requirements and regulatory obligations + Support compliance with applicable FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, and trade compliance requirements + Partner with contracts and procurement teams to integrate contractual requirements into agreements + Advise on program operations involving government-furnished information and contractual obligations + Support audits, agency requests, and compliance reviews •Claims, Disputes & Regulatory Matters•+ Advise on contract disputes, REAs, and claims under the Contract Disputes Act + Support bid protests and litigation strategy (e.
- Internal Investigations & Compliance Support
- + Provide legal oversight for contractual compliance matters and internal investigations + Advise on investigative steps, remediation, preservation, and reporting obligations + Coordinate with contracting officers and internal stakeholders + Track issues, root causes, and corrective actions to strengthen compliance practices
- Regulatory & Stakeholder Engagement
- + Serve as a primary contact for government agencies and regulatory authorities + Oversee responses to agency inquiries and compliance matters + Prepare executive-level communications, board updates, and risk summaries + Advise leadership on risk-based decisions and compliance remediation strategies + Collaborate with compliance, audit, and enterprise risk teams
- Training & Program Enablement
- + Design and deliver compliance training tailored to government contracting environments + Translate legal requirements into operational guidance, SOPs, FAQs, and playbooks + Coach business leaders on compliance obligations and risk mitigation + Promote a culture of ethical business conduct and proactive risk management
- To be successful in this role, you will have:
- + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance + U.
- Additional Desired Experience and Skills
- + Experience serving as in-house counsel for a government contractor + Experience supporting government contract claims, disputes, and bid protests + Familiarity with HR systems, enterprise business systems, AI technologies, and vendor management + Prior in-house company legal experience + Active or prior security clearance (or eligibility)
- Core Competencies
- + Government contracts law and compliance + Contract drafting and negotiation + Regulatory compliance and risk management + Claims, disputes, and litigation support + Trade compliance + Regulatory interpretation and enforcement trends + Executive advisory and stakeholder influence + Policy development and operationalization + Audit support and risk remediation + Training and organizational enablement •Company Overview•Serco Inc.
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compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email. Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice. Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com . Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.- Pay Transparency
- Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
Salary range:
The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role): + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract + 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds + Tuition reimbursement program + Life insurance and disability coverage + Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection + Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits + Employee Assistance Plan To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us . Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .