Federal Corporate Counsel - job 2 of 2

As a Federal Corporate Counsel at Axon, you will be responsible for providing legal support to the Federal team, focusing on federal government contracting, compliance, and regulatory matters. You will also improve company policies related to compliance, coordinate with various departments, and ensure that Axon adheres to federal regulations.

To be considered for the Federal Corporate Counsel role at Axon, you should have a minimum of 7 years of corporate, transactional, and compliance experience in the federal space, a JD from an accredited law school, and a strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) among other compliance requirements.

Axon promotes a fast-paced, collaborative, and meaningful work environment. As a Federal Corporate Counsel, you will experience a culture that values diverse perspectives, teamwork, and a commitment to impactful work that aims to protect life while fostering personal growth.

Axon provides a comprehensive benefits package for its Federal Corporate Counsel, including competitive salaries, 401k with employer match, discretionary paid time off, medical, dental, and vision plans, along with resources for emotional and mental wellness, learning and development programs, and a supportive workplace atmosphere.

The Federal Corporate Counsel plays a crucial role in helping Axon achieve its mission to protect life by ensuring that all federal business operations comply with legal standards, thus allowing the company to operate efficiently and ethically within government contracts, impacting public safety and justice positively.

Highlight your previous roles where you navigated FAR, detailing specific projects or transactions where you ensured compliance with federal contracting guidelines. This demonstrates your relevant expertise and strategic approach.

Discuss your methodical approach to contract drafting, including researching relevant legal standards, understanding both parties' needs, and ensuring that compliance issues are addressed effectively while maintaining a collaborative relationship.

Share how you regularly review legal publications, participate in relevant training or conferences, and consult with colleagues or experts to remain informed about changes that could impact your legal practices.

Discuss qualities such as attention to detail, strong analytical skills, effective communication, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work as part of a team while managing multiple projects—qualities you exemplify in your work.

Describe a specific instance where you navigated a compliance challenge, outlining your analytical process, collaboration with other teams, and the solutions you implemented to ensure adherence to regulations.

Narrate a situation where you effectively negotiated terms with a government entity, discussing your preparation, the outcomes, and how that influenced both parties' satisfaction and compliance.

Share your strategies for communication and collaboration across departments, emphasizing the importance of understanding their perspectives and working together towards common goals related to federal business operations.

Analyze current challenges in federal contracting that you have experienced firsthand, offering insights into how you've developed strategies to overcome them while ensuring compliance and supporting company goals.

Explain your understanding of best practices in corporate governance as they relate to federal contracts, and provide examples of how you’ve contributed to governance processes in past roles.

Share your passion for the intersection of law and public interest, and how you believe federal law plays a crucial role in shaping policies that protect life and promote justice.