Corporate Counsel II - Investigations

Northrop Grumman•Falls Church, VA

3d•$222,700 - $335,300•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Legal and Contracts Department has a unique opportunity for a senior attorney to join its global Investigations Team. This attorney will report to the Assistant General Counsel and Director, Investigations, located in Falls Church, VA. We seek a self-motivated attorney who will direct and conduct significant independent investigations, manage the company’s response to government investigations and subpoenas, provide analysis of complex and varied issues, and supervise outside counsel. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys problem solving, is excited about working on a range of matters and who maintains a high level of intellectual curiosity. Experience at the Department of Justice (including as an Assistant U.S. Attorney), the Department of Defense, or an enforcement agency is helpful but not required.

Requirements

Highly motivated individual with exceptional judgment, analytical skills, sense of accountability, integrity, and a record of leading sensitive and complex investigations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ethical leader with the ability to engage and motivate others and who encourages collaboration and teamwork
Strong time-management and organizational skills, responsiveness, and a demonstrated ability to balance multiple competing priorities
Bachelor’s degree, J.D., and active Bar status
At least 10 years of relevant legal experience with substantial knowledge of, and experience conducting, investigations
Exceptional integrity, analytical skills, and judgment
Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance as a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience at the Department of Justice (including as an Assistant U.S. Attorney), the Department of Defense, or an enforcement agency is helpful but not required.
Experience with the Department of Justice (including as an Assistant U.S. Attorney), the Department of Defense, or an enforcement agency
Previous in-house experience, especially with a corporation of comparable size and complexity to Northrop Grumman
Experience working with outside counsel to direct activities
Previous experience with government contract law and/or the Department of Defense
Active US Government Security clearance

Responsibilities

Leading independent investigations and responses to government investigations and subpoenas
Performing investigations autonomously or, where appropriate, supervising the work of outside counsel or internal personnel
In complex, significant, and sensitive matters, taking responsibility for all aspects of an investigation, including risk assessment, fact gathering, analysis, counseling, and recommending any corrective actions
Interacting and negotiating with, and responding to requests from, representatives of government agencies
Partnering and collaborating with other stakeholders to develop, enhance, and apply guidance and protocols for conducting investigations, reporting, and company interactions with government agencies on investigation-related issues
Advising management and employees concerning risk assessment and mitigation relating to various business activities undertaken by the corporation, including compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations