What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Commercial Counsel position at Major, Lindsey & Africa?
Major, Lindsey & Africa’s client is in immediate need of an Interim Commercial Counsel.
Overview: Interim Commercial Counsel to assist in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, including customer-facing contracts, supplier/vendor agreements, and NDAs.
Company: Orange County-based global provider of manufacturing and engineering services for complex applications in aerospace, defense and industrial markets.
Experience: 5-10 years of experience commercial contracts.
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
Responsibilities Include:
- Contract Review & Negotiation
- Review and negotiate customer-facing agreements.
- Review vendor/supplier agreements, focusing on:
- Vendor markups and risk allocation
- Ensuring FAR/DFARS flow-down compliance
- Draft and review Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
- Risk Management
- Apply existing contract review matrix and roadmap for markups.
- Confirm risk transfer and compliance with government contracting requirements.
- Collaboration
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to align on risk tolerance and business priorities.
- Support integration of AI-driven risk management tools (awareness only; not core to role).
Qualifications Include:
- JD from an accredited law school and bar license in at least one US state.
- 5–10 years (ideal mix of law firm and in-house experience).
- Experience in commercial transactions, contract drafting/review, negotiation.
- Ability to work onsite in Orange County.
- Government contracting experience (FAR/DFARS familiarity).
- Detail-oriented, high energy and enthusiasm, strong judgment, ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Pay Range: $110/hour
Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page:https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources
All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.
Job ID: 237401
Salary : $110