Corporate Counsel, Federal - Axon
Washington, DC
About the Job
Join Axon and be a Force for Good.
At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We're explorers, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.
Your Impact
As Axon's Corporate Counsel (Federal), you will report directly to our Assistant General Counsel and serve as an in-house attorney primarily supporting Axon's Federal team. As a legal partner to business teammates, you will handle transactional legal matters and projects, advise and drive regulatory and compliance initiatives, and research and advise on legal rights and duties as they relate to Axon's Federal business.
What You'll Do
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Deputy General Counsel
- Serve as primary Legal support to Axon's Federal team in its pursuit of supporting and growing Axon's U.S. federal business
- Serve as Axon's subject matter expert for federal government contracting matters and related compliance requirements
- Improve, develop, and execute Axon's policies, processes, and procedures for compliance with federal contracting requirements
- Coordinate cross-functionally across Axon with Sales, Product, Supply Chain, Finance, and People Operations to support the company's growth in federal markets
- Support development, implementation, and maintenance of contract lifecycle management system
- Advise on federal regulatory compliance for business organizations
- Research and advise on corporate governance practices, including federal contractual compliance
- Perform general legal research and analyze associated impact on the company
- Support state and local contracting efforts as needed
- Support and help maintain Axon's compliance with federal data controls, including CUI and relevant security clearances
What You Bring
- Minimum of 7 years of corporate, transactional, and compliance experience in the federal space
- Proven experience drafting and negotiating transactions with the federal government
- Deep understanding and experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
- Understanding of and experience with multiple award contracting, including Federal GSA schedule management considerations (e.g. preparing Commercial Sales Practices submissions, IFF reporting, subsequent GSA schedule requirements monitoring)
- Experience with export control compliance of controlled technology, including experience with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is preferred
- Administrative and managerial skills and ability
- Excellent research, writing, analytical, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
- High attention to detail, self-starter, and ability to work independently
- Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment
- Success working as part of a team and ability to handle multiple projects and assignments
- Intellectual horsepower, bias for action, pass-first attitude
- JD from an accredited law school with outstanding academic credentials
- Admission to a State Bar within the United States
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work,
| The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 148,800 in the lowest geographic market and USD 238,080 in the highest geographic market. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit www.axon.com/careers/benefits. |
Don't meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you're excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Important Notes
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.
Axon's mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon's impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We're committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.