ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:
For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Per Scholas candidates must reside in one of the following states, provided the position does not carry a specific office location requirement: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA.
LOCATION: United States, EST Preferred
REPORTS TO: SVP, Legal & Compliance
HOURLY RATE: $55-$65/hourly
SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 20 hours/week (4 fixed hours daily during core business hours; exact schedule to be agreed upon)
Position OverviewPlease submit a cover letter alongside your resume. Note that applications received without a cover letter will not be considered.
The Part-Time Contracts Attorney will support the legal department in managing a wide range of contractual matters across the organization, with a specialized focus on service oriented government contracts and grants. The ideal candidate will be an agile legal counsel with the ability to rapidly master complex agreements and bring strong legal experience, particularly in drafting and negotiating within government-regulated settings.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is eager to focus heavily on contract law and who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. The ideal candidate will be intellectually agile, business and strategy-minded, and highly detail-oriented. This role requires a highly collaborative professional with strong judgment, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to risk management.
Key ResponsibilitiesContract Drafting & Review:- Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including government contracts, commercial leases, service agreements, MOUs, data sharing agreements and other commercial contracts.
- Ensure all contracts align with organizational policies, risk tolerance, and strategic goals.
- Identify legal and regulatory risks and develop practical mitigation strategies
- Contribute to the development and review of internal contract templates, policy documents, and contract management procedures.
- Work in close collaboration with teams across the organization on multidisciplinary and cross-departmental projects and initiatives.
- Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, flow-down clauses, and compliance obligations associated with government contracts.
- Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on diverse substantive and procedural issues.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Program, IT, Fiscal) to integrate contract compliance into core processes.
- Support other legal or compliance-related projects assigned by the SVP
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar admission in any U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience across Government service contracts as well as general commercial transactions, as in-house counsel, or in government.
- Specific expertise and demonstrated experience in government contracts and procurement.
- Extensive demonstrable experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
- Experience supporting in-house legal functions or advising nonprofit, education, or government-sector clients is highly preferred.
- Tech savvy and able to adapt quickly to new software and legal technology tools.
- Strong legal writing, analysis, and communication skills.
- Strong legal research and contractual/statutory interpretation abilities.
- Highly organized, business-minded, detail-oriented, and capable of managing competing priorities under strict deadlines.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across legal and non-legal teams.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex contractual and regulatory issues clearly to business stakeholders.
- Excellent working knowledge of Google Workspace, Adobe, and the MS Office Suite.
- Strong alignment with the organization’s mission.
Benefits & Perks
Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life!
Holidays & PTO: Full-Time Per Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.
Dental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members
Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.
Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at [email protected]. We look forward to viewing your application!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
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