Ld Risk Counsel

DPR • Reston, VA

4d

About The Position

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset. Job Summary: Identifies, assesses, and communicates complex legal risks to enable informed decision-making and safeguard organizational interests. Advises leadership and cross-functional teams on legal and contractual matters and risk mitigation strategies that align with organizational objectives and values. Oversees end-to-end resolution of risk-related disputes, providing strategic guidance and minimizing organizational exposure while upholding professional standards. Anticipates emerging risks and takes proactive measures to reduce legal exposure and resolve potential issues collaboratively and early on, before they become costly and time-consuming.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• 6 - 8 years of experience in risk management, legal counsel, or a related field required.
• State Bar License required.

Nice To Haves

• 6 - 8 years of experience in a combination of law firm and in-house counsel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the evaluation and management of significant risks, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and risk appetite.
• Advises leadership on the potential impact of risks and recommends actionable mitigation plans to help teams achieve successful outcomes.
• Leads the identification and resolution of standard and complex risk issues, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to proactively and collaboratively address risks and escalate key issues.
• Implements risk management policies guidance, procedures, and training programs.
• Mentors others by sharing lessons learned, expertise, resources and guidance on complex risk identification and proactive mitigation strategies.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to embed risk management practices into business processes.
• Reviews contracts and advises leaders and teams on contractual rights, obligations and potential risks, providing actionable recommendations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree