Associate - Government Contracts & Grants Job at Advocates Legal Recruiting, Washington DC

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  • Advocates Legal Recruiting
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Government Contracts Associate – (Washington, DC)

Our AmLaw 100 client is seeking a Government Contracts Associate (3-5 years of experience) to join its cutting-edge National Security practice in Washington, DC. This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney with a strong background in government contracts and grants to work at the intersection of regulatory law, national security, and high-stakes transactions.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

  • Advise clients on government contracts and grant terms, compliance, and administration.
  • Assist with the negotiation of prime and subcontracts and teaming agreements .
  • Guide OTAs, SBA/SBIR rules, GSA/FSS programs , and financial assistance agreements.
  • Support M&A and financing transactions by advising deal teams, clients, and investors on government contract diligence and novations.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team handling foreign investment, export controls, sanctions, and regulatory matters (experience in any of these areas is a plus).

Who You Are

  • 3-5 years of government contracts and grants experience at a top law firm or government agency .
  • Strong knowledge of federal procurement regulations, compliance frameworks, and transactional considerations .
  • Experience with national security-related regulatory issues is a plus.
  • Excellent communicator and team player with strong academic credentials .
  • Admission to the DC Bar (or eligibility to waive in).

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $260,000 - $365,000 (depending on experience).
  • Performance-Based Bonuses
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Healthcare, wellness reimbursements, parental leave, family-building benefits (IVF, adoption, surrogacy), career coaching for working parents, and more.
  • Firm-Paid CLE, Bar Review, and Dues
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan & Financial Benefits

This is an unparalleled opportunity to work on high-impact matters at the forefront of government contracts and national security law . If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a premier law firm, apply now.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

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