Government Contracts & Grants Associate
Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a Government Contracts & Grants Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its cutting-edge National Security practice in Washington, DC.
The ideal candidate will have experience advising clients on government contracts and grants, compliance, administration, and negotiations, as well as supporting M&A and financing transactions involving government contracts.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on government contracts and grants, including terms, compliance, and administration.
- Negotiate prime and subcontracts, teaming agreements, and related arrangements.
- Advise on Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), SBA/SBIR rules, GSA/FSS programs, and financial assistance agreements.
- Support M&A and financing transactions involving government contracts, including due diligence and novations.
- Advise deal teams, clients, and investors on government contracts and grants issues.
- Collaborate with attorneys handling foreign investment, export controls, sanctions, FCC, FAA, and related national security matters.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of government contracts and grants experience.
- Required experience with OTAs, SBA/SBIR rules, GSA/FSS programs, and financial assistance agreements.
- Experience with M&A and financing transactions involving government contracts is preferred.
- In-house experience highly desirable.
- Experience with foreign investment, export controls, sanctions, FCC, or FAA matters is a plus.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission in good standing.
Location
Washington, DC
Compensation
$260,000–$365,000, based on year classification.
Discretionary merit bonuses may also be available. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors.
