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Corporate Counsel Litigation

$221,600 - $318,600
Posted Oct 05
Full Time
Falls Church, Virginia

Requisition ID: R10173052

  • Category: Legal and Regulatory
  • Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States of America
  • Clearance Type: None
  • Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
  • Shift: Days (United States of America)
  • Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
  • Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
  • Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman’s Law Department is seeking a Corporate Counsel for its litigation group at the Company’s headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia. The Corporate Counsel will focus on disputes involving the Company’s government contracts, including bid protests, claims and REAs, and matters involving DCMA, DCAA, or other federal agencies. The Corporate Counsel also may work as needed on investigations or commercial disputes.

Specific Responsibilities Include

  • Working with and managing external lawyers and services providers
  • Developing and implementing legal strategies and managing the Company’s actions regarding potential disputes and matters in litigation
  • Collaborating across all parts of the business to provide effective legal advice to the Company
  • Briefing senior management on disputes or matters involving a significant legal exposure or risk to the Company
  • Developing and managing legal budgets

In order to be successful in this role, we are seeking candidates with the following skills and abilities:

  • Excellent written and oral communications, analytical, interpersonal, organizational, risk assessment and negotiation skills
  • Strong work ethic and collaborative approach
  • Highest standards of integrity
  • Ability to balance multiple, competing priorities

Job Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor degree
  • Ability to become a member of the Virginia Bar or licensed Virginia corporate counsel
  • At least eight years of litigation and government contracts experience, with more experience preferred
  • Experience litigating government contract matters
  • Proven litigation experience and expertise as a litigation strategist
  • Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Significant bid protest experience
  • Experience supporting clients in the defense and/or intelligence communities
  • Experience litigating against or on behalf of the federal government

Salary Range: $221,600 - $318,600

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.