Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, ManTech, as indicated by the description mentioning ManTech rather than ACC San Diego.
Job overview
The Corporate Counsel role at ManTech involves providing legal support across various business units, managing litigation and disputes, and assisting with compliance and risk management to support the company's legal needs.
Responsibilities and impact
The Corporate Counsel will provide general legal support, manage litigation and dispute resolution, conduct legal research, assist with risk management, intellectual property, privacy matters, lead investigations, review contracts, and advise on employment issues related to government contracting.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a law degree, be a member or eligible for the Virginia State Bar, and have at least 3 years of legal experience in employment, government contracting, litigation, privacy, compliance, or contracts, with preferred experience in in-house counsel roles and federal government contracting issues.
Job location and travel
The position is located in Herndon, Virginia.
Company overview
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) San Diego is a chapter of the global ACC organization, which serves in-house legal professionals by providing resources, education, and networking opportunities. ACC San Diego supports corporate counsel in the region through professional development programs, legal updates, and community engagement initiatives. The organization generates revenue through membership fees, sponsorships, and events tailored to the needs of in-house lawyers. Founded as part of the broader ACC network, it emphasizes fostering collaboration and advancing the interests of corporate legal departments. Candidates should note its focus on innovation and member-centric services.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your legal experience in employment law, government contracting, litigation, privacy, compliance, and contract negotiation, as these are central to the Corporate Counsel role at ACC San Diego.
Emphasize your ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously, your strong analytical skills, and your experience providing risk management and legal support to business units.
Apply through ACC San Diego's official corporate careers page as well as LinkedIn and other reputable job boards to maximize your chances of being noticed for the position.
Connect with current legal team members or those in the corporate counsel division at ACC San Diego on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent legal developments relevant to government contracting or complimenting their insights on corporate legal strategies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'legal support,' 'risk management,' 'government contracting,' 'contract negotiation,' 'privacy,' and 'litigation management' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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