Description
We are currently accepting applications for a Corporate Counsel (Mid-Level Employment Law Specialist) to join our team in Ashburn, Virginia. This is a part-time, fully in-person opportunity for an experienced employment attorney seeking meaningful, hands-on work advising business leaders and supporting federal contracting clients.
This role will focus primarily on employment law counseling, compliance guidance, and supporting a wide range of internal and client-related legal matters. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with leadership and business stakeholders.
Position Overview
The Corporate Counsel will advise management and internal teams on federal and state employment law matters. Responsibilities include counseling on employment-related questions arising from our federal contracting clients, drafting employment policies and documents, delivering training, and assisting with administrative agency matters.
This role will also support general business legal needs, including contract review, compliance guidance, and coordination with outside counsel when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal advice to leadership and internal stakeholders on federal and state employment law matters
Advise on labor and employment issues affecting federal contracting clients
Draft and review employment-related policies, agreements, and compliance documentation
Develop and deliver employment law-related training and guidance
Handle administrative charges filed with the EEOC and corresponding state agencies
Conduct or support internal employment-related investigations
Advise management on employee relations and disciplinary matters
Review and assist with client contracts and commercial agreements
Provide guidance on SaaS agreements, commercial lease matters, insurance issues, and general corporate legal questions
Respond to subpoenas, demand letters, and assist with litigation management
Coordinate with outside counsel as needed
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Virginia bar license (or admission elsewhere with ability to obtain Virginia admission)
Five to eight years of employment law experience, either in-house or at a law firm
Demonstrated experience advising business leaders on employment law matters, including:
o FLSA
o FMLA
o ADA
o ADEA
o WARN
o Title VII
o OSHA
Experience handling administrative matters with agencies such as:
o EEOC
o OFCCP
o Department of Labor
Experience drafting and reviewing employment-related documents, including:
o Employment agreements
o Confidentiality agreements
o NDAs
o Separation agreements
o Non-competition agreements
o Employee handbooks and policies
Experience conducting or supporting internal investigations and advising management
Strong ability to review, interpret, and recommend improvements to company policies and compliance programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications That Will Make You Stand Out
Experience advising federal contractors
Familiarity with Certified Professional Employer Organizations (PEO)
Knowledge of Service Contract Act requirements
Experience applying intersecting leave laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, state paid leave laws, etc.)
Experience defending employment-related claims or supporting litigation
Arbitration experience
Experience advising on California employment laws
ERISA benefit plan experience
Prior experience working both in a law firm and in-house setting
Experience managing EPLI claims or advising on EPLI coverage
Active bar license in multiple D.C. region jurisdictions (Virginia, Maryland, D.C.)
Preferred Interpersonal Skills
Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and business teams
Strategic thinker with strong risk-assessment capabilities
Ability to operate independently in a part-time environment
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance
Adaptability and intellectual curiosity
