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Position Description & Qualifications
- Provide legal counsel across the full government contracting lifecycle, including capture, proposal, award, performance, and closeout
- Interpret and apply FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and procurement regulations
- Advise on contract structure, risk allocation, pricing considerations, and compliance obligations across U.S. and international procurements
- Counsel on prime/subcontractor relationships, teaming agreements, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Support proposal development through RFP review, risk analysis, and compliance strategy
- Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of government contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, and related agreements
- Negotiate and advise on key provisions including limitation of liability, indemnification, intellectual property rights, termination, and disputes
- Support negotiation of contract modifications, claims, and equitable adjustments
- Ensure appropriate flow-down of regulatory and contractual requirements
- Advise on compliance with government contract requirements and regulatory obligations
- Support compliance with applicable FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, and trade compliance requirements
- Partner with contracts and procurement teams to integrate contractual requirements into agreements
- Advise on program operations involving government-furnished information and contractual obligations
- Support audits, agency requests, and compliance reviews
- Advise on contract disputes, REAs, and claims under the Contract Disputes Act
- Support bid protests and litigation strategy (e.g., GAO, COFC)
- Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation, investigations, and regulatory inquiries
- Provide legal oversight for contractual compliance matters and internal investigations
- Advise on investigative steps, remediation, preservation, and reporting obligations
- Coordinate with contracting officers and internal stakeholders
- Track issues, root causes, and corrective actions to strengthen compliance practices
- Serve as a primary contact for government agencies and regulatory authorities
- Oversee responses to agency inquiries and compliance matters
- Prepare executive-level communications, board updates, and risk summaries
- Advise leadership on risk-based decisions and compliance remediation strategies
- Collaborate with compliance, audit, and enterprise risk teams
- Design and deliver compliance training tailored to government contracting environments
- Translate legal requirements into operational guidance, SOPs, FAQs, and playbooks
- Coach business leaders on compliance obligations and risk mitigation
- Promote a culture of ethical business conduct and proactive risk management
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
- Minimum 8 years of experience advising U.S. government contractors on applicable procurement law, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Strong working knowledge of government procurement regulations and trade compliance laws, including ITAR and EAR
- Experience negotiating complex contracts, subcontracts, and commercial agreements
- Proven experience advising on compliance programs, audits, investigations, and regulatory matters
- Strong executive communication skills with the ability to deliver clear, business-oriented advice
- Ability to operate independently and influence cross-functional stakeholders
- Ability to travel up to 10%
- Experience serving as in-house counsel for a government contractor
- Experience supporting government contract claims, disputes, and bid protests
- Familiarity with HR systems, enterprise business systems, AI technologies, and vendor management
- Prior in-house company legal experience
- Active or prior security clearance (or eligibility)
- Government contracts law and compliance
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Regulatory compliance and risk management
- Claims, disputes, and litigation support
- Trade compliance
- Regulatory interpretation and enforcement trends
- Executive advisory and stakeholder influence
- Policy development and operationalization
- Audit support and risk remediation
- Training and organizational enablement
Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
- 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.
Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com.
Position Description & Qualifications
- Provide legal counsel across the full government contracting lifecycle, including capture, proposal, award, performance, and closeout
- Interpret and apply FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and procurement regulations
- Advise on contract structure, risk allocation, pricing considerations, and compliance obligations across U.S. and international procurements
- Counsel on prime/subcontractor relationships, teaming agreements, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Support proposal development through RFP review, risk analysis, and compliance strategy
- Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of government contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, and related agreements
- Negotiate and advise on key provisions including limitation of liability, indemnification, intellectual property rights, termination, and disputes
- Support negotiation of contract modifications, claims, and equitable adjustments
- Ensure appropriate flow-down of regulatory and contractual requirements
- Advise on compliance with government contract requirements and regulatory obligations
- Support compliance with applicable FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, and trade compliance requirements
- Partner with contracts and procurement teams to integrate contractual requirements into agreements
- Advise on program operations involving government-furnished information and contractual obligations
- Support audits, agency requests, and compliance reviews
- Advise on contract disputes, REAs, and claims under the Contract Disputes Act
- Support bid protests and litigation strategy (e.g., GAO, COFC)
- Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation, investigations, and regulatory inquiries
- Provide legal oversight for contractual compliance matters and internal investigations
- Advise on investigative steps, remediation, preservation, and reporting obligations
- Coordinate with contracting officers and internal stakeholders
- Track issues, root causes, and corrective actions to strengthen compliance practices
- Serve as a primary contact for government agencies and regulatory authorities
- Oversee responses to agency inquiries and compliance matters
- Prepare executive-level communications, board updates, and risk summaries
- Advise leadership on risk-based decisions and compliance remediation strategies
- Collaborate with compliance, audit, and enterprise risk teams
- Design and deliver compliance training tailored to government contracting environments
- Translate legal requirements into operational guidance, SOPs, FAQs, and playbooks
- Coach business leaders on compliance obligations and risk mitigation
- Promote a culture of ethical business conduct and proactive risk management
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
- Minimum 8 years of experience advising U.S. government contractors on applicable procurement law, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Strong working knowledge of government procurement regulations and trade compliance laws, including ITAR and EAR
- Experience negotiating complex contracts, subcontracts, and commercial agreements
- Proven experience advising on compliance programs, audits, investigations, and regulatory matters
- Strong executive communication skills with the ability to deliver clear, business-oriented advice
- Ability to operate independently and influence cross-functional stakeholders
- Ability to travel up to 10%
- Experience serving as in-house counsel for a government contractor
- Experience supporting government contract claims, disputes, and bid protests
- Familiarity with HR systems, enterprise business systems, AI technologies, and vendor management
- Prior in-house company legal experience
- Active or prior security clearance (or eligibility)
- Government contracts law and compliance
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Regulatory compliance and risk management
- Claims, disputes, and litigation support
- Trade compliance
- Regulatory interpretation and enforcement trends
- Executive advisory and stakeholder influence
- Policy development and operationalization
- Audit support and risk remediation
- Training and organizational enablement
Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
- 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.
Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com.
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Who's Hiring
- Meta34
- MrBeast8
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts7
- AbbVie6
- Stifel6
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- Education16
- Healthcare & Medical Services16
- Technology & Software13
- Banking & Financial Services13
- Investment & Asset Management13
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant general counsel jobs.
- Juris Doctor degree and active bar admission in at least one state
- Five or more years of relevant legal experience in-house or at a law firm
- Demonstrated expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and management
- Experience advising on corporate governance, compliance, or regulatory matters
- Ability to manage outside counsel relationships and control legal spend
- Strong communication skills for advising non-legal business stakeholders
Tips for Your Assistant General Counsel Job Search
Tailor your resume for the sector
Assistant general counsel roles in financial services prioritize regulatory and securities experience, while tech companies weight commercial contracts and data privacy. Reorder your bullet points so the most relevant practice area leads for each application you submit.
Demonstrate outside-to-in-house transition fluency
If you're moving from a law firm, hiring managers want proof you can shift from billing hours to managing business risk. Highlight matters where you advised on business strategy, not just legal outcomes, and quantify the deal or dispute value where you can.
Highlight your bar admission and state coverage
Many postings specify the states where the company operates and expect admission there. List every active bar admission on your resume prominently, and note any multi-state litigation or regulatory work you've handled to show geographic reach.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant general counsel openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare business-impact stories for interviews
Interviewers at this level ask how you've reduced legal spend, accelerated contract cycles, or resolved disputes without litigation. Prepare three to four concrete examples where your legal judgment produced a measurable business result, and practice delivering each in under two minutes.
Negotiate title, scope, and reporting line
Before accepting an offer, confirm whether the role reports to the general counsel or a deputy, how many direct reports you'll have, and whether the title carries budget authority. These structural factors affect your career trajectory far more than base salary adjustments at this level.
Assistant General Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant general counsels?
The companies hiring the most assistant general counsels right now include Meta, MrBeast, and Commonwealth of Massachusetts, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in highly regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, and technology.
How many assistant general counsel jobs are remote?
About 69% of assistant general counsel openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a shift toward flexible arrangements for senior legal roles. Sub-specializations in commercial contracts, data privacy, and employment law tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible postings, while roles tied to litigation oversight or on-site operations are more likely to require regular in-office presence.
How do you become an assistant general counsel?
Start by earning a Juris Doctor, passing the bar in the states relevant to your target employers, and building substantive practice experience either at a law firm or in a junior in-house role. Develop expertise in a discrete area such as commercial contracts, employment, or regulatory compliance, then pursue roles that align with that focus. Internal promotions from senior counsel or associate general counsel positions are a common path, as is a lateral move from a firm partnership track into a corporate legal department.
Can you get an assistant general counsel role with limited in-house experience?
Yes, candidates with strong law firm backgrounds regularly land assistant general counsel roles without prior in-house experience, particularly in mid-size companies that value deep practice-area expertise over corporate culture fit. The most effective approach is to target industries where your firm experience maps directly to the company's legal needs, and to frame your resume around business outcomes rather than billing metrics. Smaller legal departments and startups are often more open to first-time in-house candidates than large enterprise legal teams.
What does the assistant general counsel interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a screening call from human resources or a talent partner, followed by a substantive interview with the general counsel or deputy general counsel focused on your practice area and judgment. You'll usually meet cross-functional business leaders in a subsequent round, since the role requires advising finance, HR, and operations stakeholders. Final rounds often include a case study or hypothetical legal scenario, and reference checks with former supervisors and clients are standard before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to assistant general counsel jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant general counsel jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your practice area, industry, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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