Associate – Contracts, Legal – Campus 2025

at  Guidehouse

Job Family:
Federal Contracts
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
None
What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is looking for an associate to perform various tasks and support our Federal Contracts team.

• You will have the chance to assist the US Government Contracts and the Public Sector teams with contract administration from cradle to grave including preparing and reviewing documents like Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, and Requests for Proposal (RFP).
• Advise management of contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
• Participate in negotiations with existing or prospective clients to establish terms and conditions for assigned contracts.
• Effectively communicate issues and propose solution(s) for contractual challenges.
• Participate in proposal preparation as a member of the team with special emphasis on reviewing contract terms for risks and compliance.
• Process contract awards, modifications, and close out of US Government contracts and subcontracts for external and internal customers.
• Monitor and track upcoming contractual actions and deadlines.
• Maintain contractual documentation for applicable Guidehouse agreements in various internal databases and SharePoint sites.

If you’re interested in kickstarting your career in Federal contracts and getting a closer look of how our company approaches the industry we’d like to meet you.

As a Guidehouse employee, you will gain skills and experience in:

• Understanding Federal contract operations from both a strategic and tactical perspective
• Obtaining a comprehensive understanding of the business and its needs and translate business opportunities into key legal and procurement imperatives.

What You Will Need:

• Minimum Years of Experience: 0 years
• Minimum Degree Status: Bachelor’s degree (Must still be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program through Fall 2024 and graduate by Summer 2025)
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country.
• No sponsorship is available for this position.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience working in teams to produce high-impact work products, reports, and other deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills.
• Heightened attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an interest in learning more about the legal and/or contracts administration field

What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee

• You will have the chance to assist the US Government Contracts and the Public Sector teams with contract administration from cradle to grave including preparing and reviewing documents like Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, and Requests for Proposal (RFP).
• Advise management of contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
• Participate in negotiations with existing or prospective clients to establish terms and conditions for assigned contracts.
• Effectively communicate issues and propose solution(s) for contractual challenges.
• Participate in proposal preparation as a member of the team with special emphasis on reviewing contract terms for risks and compliance.
• Process contract awards, modifications, and close out of US Government contracts and subcontracts for external and internal customers.
• Monitor and track upcoming contractual actions and deadlines.
• Maintain contractual documentation for applicable Guidehouse agreements in various internal databases and SharePoint sites