What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Contracts Associate Attorney position at Powerwell?
Government Contracts Associate Attorney
Washington, DC
SUMMARY
Our client is seeking a Government Contracts Junior Associate to join its Washington, DC office as part of its collaborative, thriving, and growing government contracts group. This role involves counseling clients on federal contract bidding, compliance, and defense, as well as handling litigation, investigations, and regulatory matters.
LOCATION: Washington, DC
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct legal research and writing.
- Provide client counseling on government contracts, federal grants, and subcontracts.
- Represent clients before various governmental agencies.
- Handle protests, claims, ethics, and compliance issues.
- Work closely with clients ranging from large to small government contractors and grant recipients.
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
- 1 to 3 years of government contracts legal experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
- Membership or ability to waive into the DC Bar.
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client represents a diverse range of government contractors, grant recipients, and investors in the public procurement market. They have extensive experience navigating the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS, providing hands-on legal counsel to help clients achieve their business goals.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Salary range: $170,000 – $250,000 (varies based on location, experience, degrees, and certifications).
- Annual merit-based bonus eligibility.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, paid vacation, and parental leave.
- Additional elective benefits such as flexible spending accounts, identity theft protection, commuter benefits, life and disability insurance, employee assistance programs, and emergency travel assistance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $170,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $170,000 - $250,000
