In-House Counsel - Associate to Mid-Level Attorney, Government Contracts

Title: Associate Attorney – In-House Counsel, Government Contracts Location: Onsite, Louisville, KY, 40243 Overview: Strategic Communications is seeking an associate to mid-level government contracts attorney to join our growing and dynamic team. Candidate must have strong analytical and writing skills and should have at least 2 years’ experience (preferably in a law firm setting) with bid protests, acquisition regulation (including FAR and DFARS) compliance, federal and state subcontracting, related dispute and flow-down/compliance issues; multiple award contracts, and small business procurement.   Key Responsibilities: Government Contracts * Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating government contracts, subcontracts, and amendments * Support compliance with applicable regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific requirements * Monitor contract obligations, flow-down clauses, reporting requirements, and performance milestones * Assist with proposal reviews, bid submissions, responses to government inquiries, and audit support * Conduct legal research on government contracting issues and prepare summaries and recommendations General Corporate Legal Support * Perform general legal document review across the company, including policies, statements of work, licensing terms, and internal agreements * Assist with maintaining and improving contract templates and clause libraries * Support internal legal processes, contract management systems, and document retention practices * Coordinate with internal stakeholders (sales, finance, operations, HR, and compliance) to address legal needs * Liaise with and escalate matters to outside counsel as needed Commercial Contracts & Partnerships Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including partnership agreements, vendor agreements, and customer contracts * Draft, review, and manage non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), teaming agreements, and memoranda of understanding (MOUs) * Support negotiations with commercial partners to align legal terms with business objectives Legal Research * Conduct research on relevant laws and regulations to support business activities. * Analyze complex legal issues and present options for resolution. Minimum Qualifications * Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school * Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (or eligibility to obtain licensure) * 2+ years of relevant legal experience in reviewing, negotiating, and complying with government contracts * Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and basic government procurement principles * Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced business environment Preferred Qualifications * Experience with DoD contracting * Exposure to compliance programs, audits, or investigations Key Competencies * Strong attention to detail and sound judgment * Clear written and verbal communication skills * Business-minded approach to legal risk * Collaborative and service-oriented mindset * High level of professionalism and discretion  Physical Requirements: Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 20% of the time. The work environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are reasonable. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.  Require use of multiple computer monitors and software programs simultaneously, desk phone, mouse and keyboard. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vision Insurance, Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, 401k Plan, Paid Vacation Days, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays Other Benefits: Dog-friendly corporate office, wellness incentives, referral bonuses Screening Requirements: Background Check, Drug Testing