Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Job Description

The Deputy to the Legal Director serves as the strategic advisor for oversight of all ethics and compliance, and legal activities for NNL. This role focuses on all areas of the directorate; federal government contracting, risk mitigation, subcontracting compliance, and complex regulatory framework unique to M&O. This position will supervise in-house staff, oversee outside counsel budgets, and drive strategic initiatives alongside the NNL Executive team. This position is expected to engage across a broad spectrum of government stakeholders as well as state and federal agencies to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. In addition, as an executive of NNL, the Deputy has shared responsibility for the overall performance of the legal directorate to drive safety, quality, and compliance standards.

• Management of legal staff performance, hiring needs and financial performance to goals
• Contract & Procurement Management: Advise on issues related to the Laboratory's Management and Operating (M&O) prime contract with the DOE or other federal agencies, ensuring strict compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Intellectual Property & Technology Transfer: Oversee patent prosecution, invention disclosures, copyright issues, and technology transfer agreements and licensing.
• Employment & Labor Law: Manage workplace policies, diversity/EEO compliance, labor relations, and mitigate risks associated with scientific and academic personnel.
• Litigation & Risk Management: Direct investigations, respond to subpoenas, and manage claims, overseeing outside counsel when necessary.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure operations adhere to environmental regulations, federal agency ethics, classification/export control laws, data privacy, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) compliance.
• Policy & Strategy: Analyze pending legislation or rulemakings that affect DOE and national laboratory operations

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and maintain an active license to practice law in at least one state of operation (NY, PA, or ID).
• Must have active membership in good standing of the bar in at least one state of operation; and 8 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Prior leadership experience at an executive management level
• Experience working in government agencies or regulatory compliance
• Understanding of fiduciary responsibilities
• Experience working on government contracts
• Deep understanding of the DOE contractor system, government procurement, and intellectual property (FAR, DEAR, CAS, and Service Contract Act.)

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay Range

$193,800.00 - $314,900.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

About the Role

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory fosters pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Qualifications

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.

Skills

• Active membership in good standing of the bar in at least one state of operation
• 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience working in government agencies or regulatory compliance
• Understanding of fiduciary responsibilities
• Experience working on government contracts
• Deep understanding of the DOE contractor system, government procurement, and intellectual property (FAR, DEAR, CAS, and Service Contract Act.)

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)