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Smith & Associates · 3 days ago

Associate Counsel - Aerospace/Defense/Regulatory

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Smith & Associates is a global leader in distributing electronic components, with a focus on compliance and legal advice in military and defense sectors. The Associate Counsel will advise on government procurements, draft and negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Electrical DistributionManufacturingSemiconductorSupply Chain ManagementWholesale

Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Avery Kumpas SPHR MHRIR

Responsibilities

Advise on military, defense and government procurements and sourcing contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable government regulations and contract law

Draft, review and negotiate purchase/sales and other government and commercial agreements, with focus on military and defense related procurements

Conduct legal research on regulatory requirements, government contracts and subcontracts

Identify legal/compliance issues that may impact company activities

Provide training to business groups on GSA, DFARS, and ITAR

Develop and implement risk mitigation and compliance framework for the military and defense group

Qualification

FAR knowledgeDFARS knowledgeITAR knowledgeJ.D. degreeInternational mindsetVerbal communicationWritten communicationFast-paced environment

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admitted to the bar and in good standing in Texas or admitted to the bar and in good standing in another state and eligible for licensure as in-house counsel in Texas

Working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, ITAR, DoD and US export compliance requirements

Excellent verbal, written communication and comprehension skills

Ability to interact with multiple levels in an organization and in multiple jurisdictions

Ability to work effectively with global legal and compliance teams, with an international mind-set

Ability to work and deliver results accurately in a fast-paced environment