Government Contracts Associate Job at McCarter & English

Corporate Senior Associate

We are representing a well-established regional Legal 500 firm that is looking f...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

100000.00 - 120000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of PQE
strong existing network
ability to build long-term client relationships

Job Responsibility

Advise a broad range of clients, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and family-run companies
work on M&A, corporate finance, governance, and commercial contracts

What we offer

collaborative culture
hybrid and remote working options
clear pathway for partnership
flexibility
high-quality work
career progression in a modern, forward-thinking firm

Fulltime

Corporate Senior Associate

We are representing a well-established regional Legal 500 firm that is looking f...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

100000.00 - 120000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of PQE
a strong existing network
the ability to build long-term client relationships

Job Responsibility

Advising a broad range of clients including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and family-run companies
handling M&A, corporate finance, governance, and commercial contracts

What we offer

Collaborative culture
hybrid and remote working options
clear pathway for partnership

Fulltime

Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts

The Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts will report to the General C...

Location

United States , Los Angeles; Washington D.C.

Salary:

250000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Hadrian Automation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
10-15+ years of experience practicing government contracts law in a firm and/or in-house environment
Significant experience supporting defense, aerospace, or national security-related programs
Deep working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government contracting principles
Experience advising on both prime contracts and subcontracts
Strong business judgment and ability to draft contract language, think creatively, tackle novel legal questions, and provide practical, risk-based guidance
Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with senior leaders
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Job Responsibility

Serve as a key legal advisor on U.S. government contracts and subcontracts, including prime and subcontractor relationships
Advise on FAR, DFARS, and related agency regulations, including clause applicability and flow-down requirements
Partner with Business Development, Program Management, Finance, and Operations on government-related pursuits, contract negotiations, execution, and longterm compliance
Review, negotiate, and support: government contracts and task orders
subcontracts with defense primes and government suppliers
teaming agreements, CRADAs, and other collaboration agreements
Provide guidance on compliance topics including cost accounting, audits, data rights, cybersecurity obligations, and procurement integrity
Support internal stakeholders on contract performance issues, modifications, claims, disputes, and terminations
Develop scalable processes, templates, and training related to government contracting compliance
Collaborate with Legal Operations and Compliance teams to ensure systems support regulatory requirements

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
401k
Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need
Flexible vacation policy

Fulltime

Acquisition-Contract Specialist

The Acquisition Specialist will provide daily support to triage, prepare, facili...

Location

United States , Herndon

Salary:

Not provided

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
Minimum of a two-year degree in a business and/or technical discipline
e.g., Business Administration, Business Management, Accounting, Systems Engineering, or Computer Science with a minimum of thirteen (13) years of relevant experience
Minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting acquisition-related activities for a government organization
BS 10-12, MS 8-10, Ph.D. 5-7

Job Responsibility

Proactively collaborate with Mission Partners, Sponsor Leadership, and functional teams at all levels to ensure timely handling of acquisition actions and foster effective communication
Assist Sponsor in identifying, assessing, and articulating mission requirements and guiding requirements through various contract processes necessary for acquiring IT support
Actively work with stakeholders to ensure project understanding
Assess and recommend an ideal resource acquisition service
Collaborate to identify, evaluate, and articulate succinct IT requirements
Coordinate the review and approval of RFP documentation through the acquisition lifecycle
Participate in developing acquisition plans, source selection documents (including evaluation criteria), Independent Government Cost Estimates, justifications and approvals, synopses, and requests for proposals/quotes/bids
Assist with the development of pre-award technical documentation (solicitation, IGCE, SOW, Technical Evaluation Plan (TEP), and Technical Evaluation Report)
Document and track detailed actions/steps executed throughout the acquisition lifecycle
Assist Sponsor by preparing and/or performing administrative activities related to program management and execution

Parttime

Buyer II

AEVEX Aerospace is looking for a detail oriented buyer who will be responsible f...

Location

United States , Tampa

Salary:

Not provided

AEVEX Aerospace

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate’s degree minimum (Bachelor's preferred)
3-5 years of purchasing experience in a Government/DoD contracting environment
Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations
Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Strong ability to work with little supervision
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize workload and meet tight deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Familiarity with Government contracting regulations related to purchasing/subcontracting

Job Responsibility

Purchase materials, goods, and services in support of US government/DoD contracts
Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers
Research supplier options
Ensure procurement compliance (FAR, DFARS, CAS, DCAA/DCMA)
Review and execute Purchase Requisitions
Coordinate with Program Managers on requirements and timelines
Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs
Analyze quotes and negotiate for best value
Establish new vendor relationships
Communicate with vendors on order status

What we offer

401(k)-retirement plan
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage (portion paid by company)
Professional development funds
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

Fulltime

National Government Sales Manager

The National Government Sales Manager will be accountable for business performan...

Location

United States , Lake Forest

Salary:

102300.00 - 170500.00 USD / Year

W. W. Grainger

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous Sales team leadership with 10+ yrs. professional experience
District Sales Manager experience
Previous leadership position within the Government marketplace
BS/BA required. MBA preferred
Deep understanding within the government marketplace, stakeholders and government policies
Influence external environment and leadership levels across Company, Associations, Customers, Resellers and related markets
Proven track record of establishing strong relationships inside and external to Grainger
Proven track record of execution
Strategic and innovative mindset
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Job Responsibility

Develop, maintain and grow Contractual, Agency and segment executive relationships to drive contract compliance, expansion and to ensure Grainger becomes the organizations primary MRO provider in both product and services
Provide functional direction and personal involvement with the Contractual, Agency and segment as required to support the field in the planning, penetration and barrier removal
Responsible for negotiating, maintaining, implementing profitable agreements, both with the customer and field-based sales resources and Grainger resources
Develop and implement Government key initiatives and programs that ensure revenue, cost and profitability targets are achieved
Responsible for comprehensive market analysis to determine segment focus areas and develop overall short-term and long-term segment strategies in collaboration with segment strategy team
Provides expertise to internal business partners establishing a deep understanding of needs, attitudes, and behaviors across segments and develops actionable insights that drive customer engagement and demand
Develop and collaborate with DA/Small Business partners to leverage government set aside spend
Expand solution adoption through agency-wide deployment and developing relationships with senior procurement decision makers across functional areas such as Contracting, Procurement, Facilities, Unit Commands and other areas of DoD
Relationship Development with senior VA leadership
Understand and map out the Command, Leadership and Procurement structure of aligned Agency and identify where MRO opportunities exist for Grainger to offer value

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment
6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing
18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees
6 company holidays per year
6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan refinancing
Free access to financial counseling, education, and tools
Maternity support programs

Fulltime

Contracts Financial Administrator

KAIROS, Inc is searching for an energetic, experienced, and highly motivated Con...

Location

United States , California

Salary:

60000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year

KAIROS Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have capable and effective proposal development skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Strong customer relations, analytics, and documentation skills
Excellent relationship management skills and experience working with internal stakeholders, customers, and partners
Strong analytical and research analysis skills
Self-starter, highly motivated, strong work ethic with a commitment to quality
Microsoft office suite proficiency, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to work within a challenging, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Ability to work independently
Ability to multi-task and meet competing, deliverable deadlines

Job Responsibility

Ability to review timesheet accuracy and maintain compliance with DCAA requirements
Work material requests in compliance with contract requirements and complete all internal documentation to support procurement activities
Review employee travel requests to ensure compliance with contract requirements and Joint Travel Regulations (JTR)
route requests for appropriate approvals and maintain required documentation
Verify, track, and route Common Access Card (CAC) and System Authorization Access Request (SAAR) documentation in accordance with security and compliance requirements
Work with Program Managers to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, including Contracts Data Reports (CDRs), Government Property Reports, and other deliverables
Conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment per KAIROS policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
Prepare costs and pricing analysis reports in accordance with the FAR/DFARs, DCAA pricing manuals, or other applicable policies
Develop solutions to routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs
Review contracts terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification, and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigating strategies

What we offer

Medical Coverage
Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term/Long-Term Insurance
Health Savings Account with Contribution by Employer
401K Plan with Employer Matching
Annual Discretionary Bonuses
Paid Time Off
Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
Certification reimbursement program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Parental Leave

Fulltime

Senior Legal Associate

Location

Italy

Salary:

Not provided

Cirro

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Legal education background in China and EU countries (especially in Italy)
Obtained the legal professional qualification in China or Italy
Proficiency in both English and Chinese language
3-5 years of working experience in a law firm (corporate legal adviser preferred) or similar role in a company (in-house experience preferred)
Ability to work under pressure and shifting priorities
capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously and independently
Service-oriented, with the ability to act as a true legal business partner with business departments
Commercial awareness and good negotiating skills

Job Responsibility

Serve and support legal issues of Group in Europe, including but not limited to: The first contact for EU subsidiaries in Group Legal Department
Draft and review contracts, e.g. commercial, employment, and etc
Consult on legal inquiries related to business and operations from EU subsidiaries
Assist in handling arbitration and disputes
Conduct business-related legal research and manage legal inventory
Strong ability to translate legal concepts and regulatory instructions into plain language and improve delivery to EU subsidiaries
Consult, advise, and train on business-related compliance issues for EU subsidiaries
Manage corporate governance information of EU subsidiaries. Keep the registration information up to date

What we offer

Health, vision, and dental insurance
Paid sick leave and vacation
Paid holidays and annual holiday gifts
On-the-job training
Paid time off

Government Contracts Associate

McCarter & English

Location:
United States

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
December 10, 2025

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