Associate General Counsel

Milpower Source•Manchester, NH

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

As Associate General Counsel, you will ensure Milpower Source complies with all external regulatory and statutory requirements by developing and managing internal policies. You will review and negotiate contractual and legal documentation, advise global corporate leadership on legal matters, and lead compliance initiatives across the organization—including export compliance.

Requirements

5–8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with exposure to the defense industry and U.S. Government contracting
Strong background in corporate and commercial law within regulated environments
Experience working with regulatory agencies and compliance frameworks
International or cross-border business experience preferred
Prior supervisory experience: this role includes one direct report
Strong business judgment with a practical, solutions-oriented approach
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor (JD) required

Nice To Haves

Advanced degrees or certifications (MBA, LLM, compliance-related certifications) a plus

Responsibilities

Contract Review & Negotiation
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial and government-related agreements, including:
Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Customer purchase orders, subcontracts, and related terms and conditions
Contracts with U.S. Government organizations
Long-term supply, partnership, and strategic agreements
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Proprietary Information Agreements (PIAs)
Lease and real estate-related agreements
Provide risk-based legal guidance to support timely and effective business decisions
Legal Advisory
Serve as a trusted legal advisor to global corporate leadership and site management on matters including:
Regulatory and statutory requirements impacting business operations
Legislative changes and compliance strategies (e.g., Buy American Act)
Customer-requested certifications and commercial compliance requirements
Intellectual property, trademarks, and data privacy matters
Ethics, compliance, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ABAC, AML, CMMC)
FAR/DFARS and other government contracting regulations
Compliance & Special Projects
Develop, implement, and maintain legal and compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls
Monitor regulatory developments and lead updates to policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance
Manage compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements and related certifications
Support complex legal initiatives and special projects, including:
Novation agreements
Mergers, acquisitions, and integration activities
HR-related and corporate policy development
Engage and manage outside counsel for specialized legal matters
Review and approve customer compliance forms, certifications, and surveys
Export Compliance
Oversee compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, including ITAR and EAR
Develop and maintain export compliance policies, procedures, and training
Manage licensing, product classification, screening, and recordkeeping processes
Provide legal guidance on international transactions and technology transfers
Review and approve export-related requests and coordinate with external counsel as needed
Government Filings & Registrations
Oversee compliance-related filings and registrations (e.g., SAM.gov)
Manage government solicitations and ensure appropriate internal review and routing