Job Description

Assistant General Counsel, Defense

Reston, Virginia or Indianapolis, Indiana

Rolls-Royce is seeking an Assistant General Counsel, Defense, to join our global legal team.  In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our Defense business teams, primarily those located in the US.  You will report to the Rolls-Royce General Counsel for Defense and North America.

We are looking for a smart, experienced lawyer who is committed to delivering excellent legal advice and modeling ethics and integrity.  In this role, you will have opportunities to advise on a range of issues, including government contracts counseling, cybersecurity, and corporate governance.  You will partner closely with our US Defense business and program teams, working collaboratively to develop thoughtful solutions to complex challenges.

This role may be based in Reston, Virginia or Indianapolis, Indiana.  A flexible remote/in-office arrangement is available, requiring 3 days per week in the office.  Some travel will be required.

Innovate & Power the World

At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer, and more competitive power. Our mission is to innovate efficient and sustainable power solutions to meet our customers’ operational requirements and to protect our planet, secure our world and explore the universe.

Rolls-Royce is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. You can learn more here.

Key Accountabilities:

Provide legal advice on matters impacting the US Defense business, to include regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, claims and disputes, and investigationsProactively engage with business leaders and functional stakeholders to understand risks, implement best practices, and develop solutionsAdvise on U.S. federal government contracting questions in connection with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

Basic Requirements:

Juris Doctor degree from a US law school with 5+ years of relevant legal experience advising on federal government contractingAdmission and status in good standing with the state bar applicable to the location, or eligible to be licensed through reciprocity or eligible to practice as Corporate Counsel in accordance with relevant state rulesEligible to obtain and maintain a US DOD security clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Requirements:

7+ years of relevant legal experience advising on federal government contractingStrong knowledge of US FAR and DFARS, and experience supporting government contractors as prime and subcontractors in US FAR Part 15 and Part 12 ContractingExperience supporting early lifecycle and R&D programsExperience advising on government cybersecurity and data protection requirements.Experience managing internal teams and outside counselExperience communicating with senior audiencesStrong organizational skills, ability to lead in ambiguous circumstances, ability to prioritize and manage a range of responsibilities

Our People are our Power

We are an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realize their full potential.   

You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.

At Rolls-Royce we embrace workplace flexibility. Our teams work in onsite, hybrid and remote work environments based on work and personal requirements. The specific arrangements vary from team to team. Please ask us about how we work on this team.

Relocation assistance is available.

Close Date: September 19, 2024

Job CategoryLegal/Intellectual
Job Posting Date12 Sept 2024; 00:09
Pay Range$163,389 - $265,507-Annually

Location:

Washington D.C. RRNA Headquarters

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.