Assistant General Counsel for Supply Chain

Job Description What’s a career like at BAE Systems? Remarkable! The Assistant General Counsel for Supply Chain is responsible for handling and supporting the legal needs of the Supply Chain function and reports to the Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions and Commercial Transactions.
The purpose of this position is to provide expert advice to the company on enterprise-wide procurement and global supply chain contracting terms, risk, and compliance matters. The Assistant General Counsel for Supply Chain will advise the Chief Procurement Officer and Vice Presidents of Supply Chain in support of the function’s business objectives as well as advise on real estate and various commercial matters related to headquarters activities.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Engagement:
  • Actively participating in functional working groups;
  • Meeting regularly with functional leaders;
  • Liaising with lawyers across the enterprise;
  • Advising on collaboration and data sharing matters in conjunction with Security;
  • Reviewing the annual report as it relates to Supply Chain.
• Contracting:
  • Drafting and negotiating agreements for significant procurements;
  • Responsible for the company’s standard supplier terms and conditions;
  • Drafting and negotiating real estate agreements;
  • Managing outside counsel as needed.
• Compliance:
  • Being responsible for all aspects of compliance for the function;
  • Monitoring of changes in relevant legislation;
  • Actively participating in the supply chain compliance working group;
  • Regularly briefing the supply chain and contracts functions on compliance matters;
  • Responsible for raising awareness of compliance matters, including creating command; media to implement changes needed (training and communications material).

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• JD with at least 7 years’ experience in procurement or commercial transactions, particularly in matters involving government contracts and subcontracts;
• Be a member in good standing of a state bar;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong analytical, oral, and writing skills;
• Experience drafting and negotiating procurement agreements / subcontracts;
• Strong management and organizational skills;
• Ability to manage outside counsel;
• Strong presentation skills.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $164000 - $278800

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.