Federal Legal Counsel

Federal Legal Counsel

As you would expect from a global business that pushes the boundaries of innovation, the scope and scale of expertise we require from our Legal Counsel is staggering.  Their expertise spans litigation, commercial and corporate transactions, IP, employment, immigration, compliance and regulatory matters.  Their broad remit involves managing legal business matters, advising on legal issues affecting our business, coordinating outside counsel and reviewing legal data.  The challenges are always evolving – and always fascinating.

Join us as a Legal Counsel on our FederalLegal team in McLean,Virginia to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact.

What you’ll achieve

Dell Technologies is a worldwide provider of information technology services and business solutions to a broad range of clients.  As a trusted technology provider to G20 governments for more than 20 years, Dell understands the budget concerns, purchasing process and complex security and compliance requirements of the Federal Government.  Our technology solutions help maximize the benefits of previous investments and implement newer, more efficient ones that free up agency time and resources to move Federal Government departments forward in their mission.

As a Legal Counsel, you will utilize your experience as a senior government contracts attorney to provide legal support to the Dell Federal Sales segment.  This will include advice concerning all laws and regulations governing US Federal acquisitions, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and other FAR supplements, with a focus on commercial product and service procurement. This will also involve negotiation of complex sales agreements with direct US government customers and Dell Federal network of channel partners and federal systems integrators.

You will:

• Identify and manage compliance issues and risk arising from US Federal government procurement and business practice including supporting timely responses to customer inquiries, reviews and audits; analysis and internal due diligence to ensure compliance with new and existing procurement regulations and requirements; and coordination with various internal stakeholders (Government Affairs, Procurement, Product Groups, etc.) on new go-to-market initiatives

• Provide proactive and effective counsel to Proposals, Contracts and Compliance teams in connection with US Federal bids/proposals, contract formation, contract performance and contract close-out

• Assist in the review and negotiation of complex sales agreements, CRADAs, OTAs, subcontracts, teaming agreements and Statements of Work; and review and analyze solicitation terms and conditions to determine exposure and develop recommendations to mitigate risk associated with onerous terms and conditions

• Manage and diffuse customer escalations, assist in resolving disputes with partners and suppliers, and assess the merits of potential bid protests

• Assist in the development and delivery of policies and procedures for Sales and other internal stakeholders on applicable regulations and developments including providing guidance on updates to government procurement rules and methodologies, procurement integrity and ethics rules and regulations

• Advise on internal processes and process improvements that intersect with Federal business

• Identify and drive new priorities for Federal legal and contracts team members

Take the first step towards your dream career

Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements

• ​JD degree and member in good standing of at least one state bar

• 8+ years of federal contracting experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment

• Extensive knowledge of, and experience with, the FAR, DFARS and other federal government laws and regulations

• Extensive knowledge of, and experience with, compliance related provisions such as Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, the International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations, Procurement Integrity Act and National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual

• Superior drafting and negotiation skills, including experience negotiating/reviewing complex agreements and subcontracts

Desired Requirements

• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance (active preferred)

Compensation
Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $216,750. - $280,500.

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies
Your life. Your health. Supported by your benefits. You can explore the overall benefits experience that awaits you as a Dell Technologies team member — right now at MyWellatDell.com

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

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