Counsel, Federal Government Contracting

Accenture Federal Services

. Provide legal counsel throughout the federal procurement lifecycle .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $143,600 - $305,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in federal procurement law, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific requirements, while providing strategic legal counsel to business leaders. Capable of translating complex legal concepts into actionable guidance and managing compliance within federal contracting frameworks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Procurement Law ExpertiseFAR KnowledgeContract NegotiationJuris DoctorU.S. Citizenship

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Hard Skills

Federal Contract ReviewContract DraftingNegotiation SkillsRisk AssessmentCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Business JudgmentAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration SkillsPrioritization Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Eligibility for Virginia Corporate Counsel

Industry Keywords

Federal ContractsSubcontractsTeaming AgreementsNDAsStatements of Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal counsel throughout the federal procurement lifecycle
Serve as a trusted legal advisor to sales, business development, capture, contracts, and delivery teams
Review, draft, and negotiate federal contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, licenses, statements of work, and other agreements
Identify and advise on legal and contractual risks involving FAR and agency-specific requirements and federal contracting compliance
Collaborate with corporate functions on issues arising from federal contracts and procurements
Translate complex federal procurement requirements into clear, actionable advice
Develop practical contracting guidance and advise business leaders on risk-based approaches
Develop and improve processes for managing federal procurement and contracting requirements while maintaining legal and compliance controls

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Eligibility for admission as Virginia Corporate Counsel
5+ years of experience at a law firm, U.S. government, or in-house legal department
3+ years of relevant legal experience, including substantial experience with U.S. federal government contracts and procurement
Strong working knowledge of the FAR and applicable federal agency supplements, particularly the DFARS where applicable
Experience reviewing and negotiating federal contracts, solicitations, teaming agreements, subcontracts, and related commercial agreements
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong business judgment and ability to identify material risks without unnecessarily impeding business objectives
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities
Work authorization in the US without current or future visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative and caring community
Hands-on experience
Certifications
Industry training
Equal employment opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities or religious observances