Director of Contracts and Compliance

Director of Commercial and Government Contracts and Compliance

Please note that our client would ideally like the qualified candidate to work out of the company's corporate headquarters in Tysons Corners, VA.

However, hybrid and remote candidates may be considered that live in other suburbs of northern VA.

Overall Summary

This position is responsible for the development, implementation, administration, and maintenance of Government contract administration systems and controls.

Oversees compliance of all contracts with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), other Agency FAR Supplements, and relevant flow down requirements from Federal, State and Local Government funded contracts.

Primary and Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Directs the administration of contracts

Participates in the development of bid strategies negotiates and develops agreements with partners, subcontractors and team members with the assistance of Corporate Counsel

Evaluates the compliance of policies, practices and standards to meet business objectives and still remain within legal and Governmental requirements

Analyzes unique requirements and assesses areas of risk

Guides and controls the effective utilization of human resources including staffing, assignment, performance and department training

Advises the Senior Vice President and General Counsel on Government contracts and compliance issues

Advises and provides guidance to assist management with Government contracts compliance efforts

Oversees the administration and maintenance of compliance and Government contract compliance systems and controls, including but not limited to;

written standards, policies and procedures, monitoring, and education and training

Drafts and reviews written Government contracts compliance standards, policies and procedures

Assists with Government contracts compliance monitoring and internal audits, prepares audit reports, conducts audit follow ups, implements audit corrections

Prepares Government contract compliance training materials, conducts training

Ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), other Agency FAR Supplements, and relevant flow down requirement from federal, state and local Government funded contracts

Oversees Government contract compliance submissions and certifications, including; Representations and Certifications, and Small Business Subcontracting Plans and Reports, Cost or Pricing Data, Data other than Cost or Pricing Data, and other required submissions and certifications

Conducts Government contract compliance and other compliance related risk assessments

Coordinates external Government contract compliance audits and responses to

Government inquiries

Assists in the resolution of Government contract compliance issues

Keeps up-to-date on current Government contract compliance issues and best practices and emerging requirements, recommends program changes and best practice improvements to the Senior Vice President and General Counsel

Conducts Government Compliance reviews of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Solicitations

Conducts internal reviews focused on Government internal controls, asset safeguarding, and compliance with procedures, regulations and laws

Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization

Cross-Functional Role Responsibilities

Prepares government and non-government related contracts for review, approval, and use by SVP & General Counsel or Corporate Counsel, including, buy-sell agreements, leases, commercial contracts, non-disclosure agreements, PIA’s, teaming agreements, joint venture agreements, license agreements and consulting agreements

Reviews and negotiates customer-drafted contracts

Participates in legal and government compliance due diligence on acquisition targets, including reviewing documents, identifying issues, and drafting due diligence memoranda

Assists with renewal of company insurance policies

Assists with risk management duties

Maintains records of company intellectual property and correspondence with IP counsel

Prepares various documents and maintains document files

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

May participate in cross-functional team and work groups

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for the supervision, development and training of Contracts & Compliance managers

Years Experience

Level of Education

Minimum 15 years related experience BA, MA in Supply Chain or JD a plus

and or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Excellent leadership and oral and written communication skills

JD or Masters’s Degree in Legal Studies / Administration, or a business related curriculum. Certificate in Contract Management or other formal education related to law, government contracting compliance or corporate compliance preferred.

Mergers and acquisitions experience preferred

Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) and other Agency FAR Supplements preferred

Ability to communicate effectively with management and personnel at all levels

Strong time management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently

High degree of personal and professional integrity and ethics

Experience and proficiency with online legal research tools, including internet sites and either Westlaw or Lexis

Possesses quality orientation and high attention to detail

Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with customers, vendors, employees and managers at all levels within the company

Possesses strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in standard business software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office)