Senior Counsel—Government Contracts
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether youve got deep experience in commercial real estate skilled trades or technology or youre looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
JLLsSeniorCounselGovernment Contracts provides a high level of professional legal service and advice on a wide array of legal issues regarding JLLs Government Contracting business and will interact with members of senior business leadership the legal team external counsel clients suppliers outside agencies and others as required to perform their job responsibilities. Areas of practice will include but are not limited to research compliance contracts and transactional work professional services facilities management real estate employee matters intellectual property risk management and other areas as needed.
DesiredSkillsandExperience
Strongcontractinterpretationanddraftingskills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; must be adept atidentifyingkey legalissuesdevelopingcreativesolutionstocomplicatedlegalproblemsandeffectively communicating the same to internal stakeholders and clients
Knowledge of FAR and DFARS including rules surrounding commercial products and commercial services prevailing wage laws and cost and pricing rules
Experience negotiating Government contracts subcontracts teaming agreements and NDAs
Knowledge of Government ethics compliance
Understandingofriskmanagement/mitigationissuesastheyrelatetocontractsfor professional services
CoreResponsibilities
Review consult on and draft as necessary contracts with the Federal Government State/Local/Education (SLED) clients prime contractors and vendors including but not limitedto:facilities management contracts research agreements commercial real estate transactions sustainability contracts and P3 advisory contracts
Coordinate with business and external counsel (asappropriate)to developoptimalstrategies to respond to and resolve commercial disputes including litigation
Advise and provide analysis on bid protests and contract disputes
Adviseon small business issues andassistwith joint venture formation as necessary
Develop review and update JLL policies proceduresand template agreementsregardingGovernment Contracting
Act as trusted business partner who coordinates strategy with respect to government contracting compliance disputesand best practices
Stay abreast of developments in the law that willimpactJLL and its operations
Liaise with the firms Risk Management Department to identify/assess liability for provision of services
Counsel business leaders and management with respect to compliance and ethics
Create and conduct training on key legal complianceand ethics issues
Enhance and support the departments technology solutions and knowledge management efforts
Qualifications
JurisDoctorfrom atop-tier lawschool withastrongacademicrecord
8years ofrelevant Governmentcontracsexperience
Combinationofin-houseexperienceandprivatepracticeisaplus
Licensedtopracticelaw inat least one U.S. state or District of Columbia
Strongcommunicationandinterpersonalskillsessential
Abletoconceptualizeandarticulatepragmatic/creativelegalandbusinesssolutionsto complex legal and business challenges
Demonstratedabilitytoworkinafast-pacedenvironmentwithastrongfocusoncollaboration
Ableto work independently butin ateamenvironment
Acuteattentiontodetail
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
180000..00 USD per yearThis range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications location market conditions and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site Chicago IL Washington DCIf this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the requirements. Were interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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Senior IC
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