Sr. Commercial Counsel

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

D-Fend Solutions, a Motorola Solutions Inc. company, values its employees as our greatest asset. Our professionals and subject matter experts, including personnel from elite military intelligence technology units, provide the best possible solutions to leading customers around the world. We are proud of our impressive presence across different environments and industries, as well as the results we have helped our customers achieve in contending with their counter-drone challenges. In addition to professional expertise, D-Fend Solutions seeks candidates who thrive in a fast-moving, innovative and collaborative culture. It helps if you enjoy having fun – our “D-Fenders” are a light-hearted bunch who have stashed rubber ducks all around our headquarters.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Commercial Counsel with specialized expertise in government contracting and compliance to join our team in Virginia. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on matters related to business contracts with U.S. government customers, partners and channels, and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and related regulations for matrixed organizations operating globally. This position requires strong knowledge in public sector and defense contracting, and experience with the regulatory frameworks that govern them.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure organizational compliance with ITAR, EAR, FAR, and DFARS regulations and advise internal stakeholders on export control laws.
• Draft, review, and negotiate government and commercial contracts and bid documents, including RFPs and RFIs, teaming agreements, statements of work (SOW), contract amendments, license agreements, distribution and reseller agreements, subcontracts, NDAs, and terms that involve FAR or FAR supplement clauses and compliance with federal, state, and local procurement policies.
• Conduct risk assessments for federal projects and manage compliance risks related to ITAR, EAR, FAR, and DFARS requirements.
• Establish, update, and implement corporate policies related to ITAR, EAR, FAR, and DFARS compliance. Train staff on compliance policies and government contracting procedures.
• Work closely with the legal, operations, and compliance teams, as well as with external counsel and government agencies, to ensure all government projects align with regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations and assess how they may impact the organization.
• Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory bodies and ensure all contracts and agreements are documented and archived as per regulatory requirements.
• Provide counsel and guidance for the accomplishment of overall business objectives of the company, while fully complying with applicable laws and regulations and avoiding unacceptable risks by providing informed cost-benefit analysis when identifying risks.
• Support the business and product development processes by providing key inputs and advice on legal risks and issues, prioritizing risks and ensuring compliance with government and customer-imposed requirements.

Background Check Requirement

Candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to employment, which may include verification of education, employment history, criminal history, and security clearance eligibility in accordance with applicable laws and government requirements.

Desired Skills/Qualifications

• Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar of at least one state is required.
• 5+ years of experience in public sector and/or government contracting, regulatory compliance, or corporate law, preferably in the defense or aerospace or government information and communications technology sector.
• In-depth knowledge of ITAR, EAR, FAR, and DFARS regulations, including experience with defense procurement processes and export control compliance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal information clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

Motorola Solutions is building talent pipelines to meet future hiring demands. This is a pipeline role, while there is not an immediate opening, we want to build relationships with prospective candidates. If your background is a match to our requirements, we’ll follow up with an exploratory conversation.

Target Base Salary Range

$150,000 - $180,000 USD

Basic Requirements

Juris Doctorate Degree

Admission to the bar of at least one state

5+ years of legal experience

Travel Requirements

Under 25%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

No

Our U.S. Benefits include

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match 10
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

Motorola Solutions Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Learn more at