Senior Counsel, Government Business

Beehive Industries•Loveland, OH

132d•$173,286 - $284,245

About The Position

Beehive Industries is seeking a Senior Counsel with the range to cover the full spectrum of United States government contract issues. This includes providing legal advice on proposals, procurements, and contracts; advising Beehive’s other business and functional areas; and developing legal strategies and implementing them. The Legal & Compliance Team partners closely with customers, outside counsel, and business partners across the organization to support the company’s objectives and operations. Because Beehive is an early-stage, fast-growing company, members of Beehive’s Legal & Compliance Team must be resourceful, creative, and eager to take ownership of complex matters. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Senior Counsel role will use these traits to navigate the US government’s complex procurement and compliance rules, while dynamically helping Beehive achieve its mission of Powering American Defense. In addition to helping capture and execute new government deals, you will support all other aspects of Beehive’s operations, from negotiating technology and supply chain agreements, to handling legal disputes and bid protests, to managing intellectual property and data rights, compliance, and employment matters. While experience in all of these areas is not required, a willingness to learn and adapt is.

Requirements

5-12 years of post-law school legal experience and at least 3 years of work on US government contracts matters, preferably at a law firm or an in-house role
A strong knowledge of the US government procurement process, spanning the range of contract types
The management skills and initiative required to own multiple projects from beginning-to-end, whether through supporting the lifecycle of a deal or handling unexpected legal issues that may arise
Outstanding, executive-level communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills
Demonstrated attention to detail, time management, organizational skills, and keen business judgement, with a dedicated focus on personal ethics, integrity, and accountability
A quick learner who contributes to the broader start-up legal function, including on topics that may be completely new to you, such as IP/data rights, litigation, financing, securities, compliance, and employment law
Law degree (JD) required, and admission (or ability to register as in-house counsel) to practice law where located
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Combination of law-firm and in-house legal experience in corporations, government, or the military
Experience with aerospace/defense, engineering, software, or other technologies
Experience working with the government while in private practice
A demonstrated interest in the law and policy of defense acquisitions and opinions on what works work well and where there are opportunities for improvement

Responsibilities

Use your expertise in federal procurement law to help the Business Development and Engineering teams efficiently capture new contracts, grow existing ones, and set up follow-on opportunities for future business
Work on all legal aspects of Beehive’s legal work, from negotiating agreements, to handling disputes, to managing intellectual property, compliance, and employment matters. Beehive expects its attorneys to contribute to all areas where they have (or can develop) skills
Assist in strategy development for capturing US government business as well as avenues for sales to foreign allied customers
Provide legal counsel on the entire acquisition lifecycle
Counsel on and evaluate major proposals, monitor large contracts, and lead or assist in key negotiations
Be a key contributor to Beehive’s small, dynamic Legal & Compliance Team
Take responsibility for significant, material projects, which will contribute directly to the company’s objectives
Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one.
We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match.
Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

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