Associate General Counsel

Exiger•McLean, VA

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

Exiger is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to serve as a key legal partner to the business. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will act as a corporate generalist, supporting a wide range of legal, compliance, and strategic initiatives across the organization. You will work closely with senior leadership, including the Global Head of Compliance, and play a critical role in enabling business growth while managing risk.

Requirements

Strong business judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives
Demonstrated experience as a proactive, solutions-oriented legal partner
Deep understanding of government contracting, including the FAR and related frameworks
Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions and managing due diligence processes
Exceptional analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical guidance
High level of ownership, responsiveness, and attention to detail
J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a U.S. State Bar
7+ years of legal experience, with a mix of law firm and in-house experience strongly preferred
Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial and government contracts
Familiarity with compliance programs and regulatory frameworks
Experience supporting corporate transactions, including M&A and investments
Working knowledge of corporate governance and entity management (e.g., resolutions, minute books)

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted legal advisor to internal stakeholders across business, operations, and compliance functions
Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including commercial and government contracts
Partner with business development teams on RFPs, strategic partnerships, and growth initiatives
Support M&A activities, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and integration efforts
Advise on regulatory, compliance, and governance matters relevant to Exiger’s operations
Enhance and scale legal processes, templates, and contract lifecycle management practices
Support intellectual property strategy and protection efforts
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the Company’s compliance framework