Nava PBC
public sector consulting
AssociateCounsel
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“Associate Counsel at Nava PBC. Skills: employment law, government contracts. prepare concise memoranda and recommendations for senior counsel. Assist with reviews, terms and conditions analysis, and pre-award due diligence”
Industry & Context.
Comfort operating in ambiguity—identifying practical paths forward when the law, the facts, or the business landscape are still evolving; problem-solving approach
May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract, This role requires you to work from the contiguous United States.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Juris Doctor (J. D. ) from an ABA-accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in at least one U. S. jurisdiction, 2–3 years of post-bar legal experience in employment law, government contracts, or a combination of both—gained through in-house, or government practice, Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or federal employment laws (Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA), experience interpreting laws, rules, and regulations at local, state, and federal levels, legal research and writing skills with the ability to distill complex issues into clear, actionable guidance, Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in ambiguous or rapidly evolving environments, Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, Attention to detail and organizational skills, Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, as well as external customers and business partners with whom Nava negotiates, Legal authorization to work in the United States, Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired, Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future
Nice to Have
Experience with GSA Schedule contracts, HHS/CMS procurements, VA contracting, or SBA small business programs, Familiarity with OFCCP compliance and multi-state employment law, Prior in-house experience, particularly within a technology or government services company, Comfort with legal technology tools and modern contract lifecycle management platforms
What You'll Do.
prepare concise memoranda and recommendations for senior counsel
terms and conditions analysis
and pre-award due diligence
Provide day-to-day employment law support
Assist in the investigation and resolution of employee relations matters
Support compliance with federal and state employment laws
and other employment regulations applicable to a multi-state workforce
Partner with HR and People Operations teams to deliver practical
business-informed legal guidance
Draft and update the playbooks and internal policies to comply with evolving laws
including state-specific labor laws
Assist in developing and delivering training for managers on topics such as anti-harassment
wage and hour compliance
and the protection of trade secrets
Assist with intellectual property matters
Support corporate governance and other general legal matters as assigned
Maintain organized contract and matter management
assist in developing and updating legal policies
Conduct legal research and analysis on a wide range of legal issues
Remain current on legal developments and specific regulations that may impact the company to ensure ongoing compliance while reducing legal risk
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work alongside senior counsel and cross-functional teams; legal team operates as true business partners; collegial, team-first mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships across legal, HR, finance, and program management; Partner with HR and People Operations teams; work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, as well as external customers and business partners with whom Nava negotiates; A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care
Communication Scope
legal research and writing skills with the ability to distill complex issues into clear, actionable guidance
Process & Methodology
manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines
Full Job Description
About Nava Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple and effective. Since 2015, federal, state, and local agencies have trusted Nava to help solve highly scrutinized technology modernization challenges. As a client services company, we guide agencies constrained by legacy systems to a future with sharp user experiences built on secure, reliable, fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure. We bill for our time, offering our expertise and problem-solving approach to help our government partners enhance their digital products and services. People are at the heart of our work, from members of the public who rely on benefit programs to government agency staff. Through human-centered design and modern engineering best practices, we help our government partners understand user needs and deliver on their missions more effectively. This focus gives everyone at Nava the opportunity to do work that is meaningful, impactful, and deeply connected to public good. Position summary Nava’s Associate Counsel is for an early-career attorney who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is energized by work that directly advances the public good. You will work alongside senior counsel and cross-functional teams—supporting compliance, employment matters, and government contracting operations—while developing substantive expertise across multiple practice areas. Our legal team operates as true business partners—collaborative, pragmatic, and invested in Nava’s mission. We value candor, intellectual curiosity, and the willingness to roll up your sleeves on any matter, large or small. The ideal candidate will bring: A collegial, team-first mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships across legal, HR, finance, and program management. Comfort operating in ambiguity—identifying practical paths forward when the law, the facts, or the business landscape are still evolving. A client-service orientation balanced with sound ris
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