Commercial Counsel Federal Government
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Job Location:
Schaumburg, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 150000 - 160000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike enabling the coordination thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Our Applied Technology organization puts some of Motorola Solutions brightest minds on unique highly challenging projects. Based on decades of experience with our customers we apply leading-edge technologies to support security and safety throughout the world. We engineer our products from start to finish and manufacture them in-house. Were known for low volume and high capability with focused specialization in areas including software-defined radios advanced antenna solutions artificial intelligence and machine learning cybersecurity signals intelligence and more. We cant tell you much more about what we do but we can tell you its amazing.
Job Description
The Commercial Counsel position serves as legal support to a U.S. Federal Government and defense-focused business unit of Motorola Solutions Inc. (MSI). This attorney will work closely with the various leaders across Motorola in order to provide legal counsel on a wide range of legal and compliance issues. The Commercial Counsel will have a broad mandate in building and implementing the legal framework for this growing business unit.
Motorola Solutions Inc seeks a Commercial Counsel with the U.S Federal Government Contracting experience to serve as the primary legal counsel for MSIs Applied Technology business unit. This role will be responsible but not limited to the following:
Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations:
Provides primary day-to-day legal support including but not limited to drafting reviewing and negotiating a variety of government and commercial contracts and bid documents including RFPs and RFIs teaming agreements Statements of Work (SOWs) contract amendments license agreements distribution reseller agreements subcontracts and NDAs.
Advises on a variety of issues related to compliance with FAR/DFAR provisions Federal Cost Accounting Standards and U.S. Federal Government data rights provisions.
Develops and oversees compliance efforts and programs including developing and administering training programs.
Works closely with Finance to ensure compliance with Cost Accounting Standards including supporting DCAA audits.
Supports the sales teams efforts to expand and grow the business in accordance with all legal regulatory and contractual requirements.
In-depth knowledge of the FAR DFAR and those requirements unique to contracting with the US Government particularly with respect to government data rights provisions.
Experience working with contracts subject to the Federal Cost Accounting Standards and DCAA compliance audits.
Prior experience developing and administering compliance programs for sales-focused organizations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to train and present for large groups with ease.
Adaptable can do attitude ability to work independently and make decisions.
Admission to a U.S. bar in good standing.
Possession of or ability to obstain a US Government security clearance.
Preferred Knowledge/Skills:
Juris Doctor degree from accredited law school required.
3 years of experience working with U.S. Federal Government contracts with evidence of increased levels of responsibility.
Experience with domestic preference requirements export control regulations and commerciality determinations is a plus.
Admitted to the bar in at least 1 state.
Must be a U.S. citizen capable of obtaining a U.S. Federal Government security clearance.
Target Base Salary Range: $150000 - $160000 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
Basic Requirements
Juris Doctor Degree
3 years of experience working with U.S. Federal Government contracts
Must be a U.S. citizen capable of obtaining a U.S. Federal Government security clearance
Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
YesOur :
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical Dental Visionbenefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
GenerousPaidTime Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PaidParental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.
Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.
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About Company
Motorola Solutions, Inc., incorporated on March 9, 1973, is a provider of communication infrastructure, devices, accessories, software and services. The Company operates through two segments: Products and Services. It serves global customer base spanning federal, state, county, provin ... View more
