Deputy General Counsel

JOB SUMMARY

CHG Group, Inc. (CHGi) is the U.S. headquarters of Chemring Group PLC (PLC). The Deputy General Counsel for CHGi will be responsible for assisting the U.S. General Counsel with providing a broad array of legal advice and services to CHGi’s U.S. businesses. The position will report directly to U.S. General Counsel and will serve in a generalist capacity, with particular focus on federal government contracting as well as a variety of other areas including contract negotiation, dispute resolution and employment matters.

As part of the Legal Team, you will work on high priority initiatives, working directly with senior leaders to support CHGi's continued growth. The team at CHGi is fast‑paced, agile and passionate. The candidate chosen for this position will excel at collaborating with stakeholders across the businesses and communicating effectively within their Legal Team and at all levels of the organization.

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• Support the U.S. General Counsel in directing and managing the Company’s legal affairs
• Provide legal advice to senior executives, directors, managers and staff to ensure that decisions taken are legally correct and that the Chemring Group’s interests are protected
• Draft and negotiate complex agreements between the U.S. businesses and third parties, to include subcontracts with USG Prime contractors, supplier contracts, and IP-related contracts, among others
• Ensure that there are adequate procedures in place at the U.S. businesses to maintain compliance with applicable laws in the U.S. and any other territories in which they operate
• Provide training, both virtually and in‑person, to Chemring employees on relevant legal topics
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the legal field which might affect the U.S. businesses and prepare reports on relevant matters as necessary
• Provide legal support to HR regarding employment law matters and to HSE regarding workplace safety matters and requirements
• Interact with insurers regarding covered claims
• Lead compliance of the U.S. businesses with the company’s anti‑bribery policies and procedures
• Management of litigation and imperial investigations
• Liaise with the PLC legal department regarding U.S. legal matters and law
• Provision on an ad hoc basis of advice to non‑U.S. Chemring businesses regarding U.S. legal matters

• Ensure company compliance with government and corporate laws and regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures
• Promote a high standard of ethical behavior, operate to a core set of values and promote a culture of honesty and integrity, both within the U.S. and beyond
• Ensure the Group ethos of all employees going home safely at the end of their working day is adhered to
• Ensure compliance with the Chemring Operational Framework, Code of Conduct and U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
• Abide by the terms and conditions of the CHGi Special Security Agreement (SSA) and all relevant supporting materials
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned by the U.S. General Counsel

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• Juris Doctor degree from accredited law school and licensed to practice in at least one US jurisdiction

• Qualified and actively licensed US attorney with a minimum 10 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer, preferably with significant government contracting law background
• In‑house legal experience highly desired

• Positive and collaborative attitude, ability to “roll up sleeves to get things done” and develop strong working relationships withatee the full CHGi team
• Strong time management and problem‑solving skills. Organized, punctual, and deadline‑driven
• Sound judgment and ability to balance legal risks with business objectives in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work independently and prioritize. Team player who proactively pitches in where needed
• Must have the highest level of ethics and integrity
• Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance commensurate with the level of facility clearance, as needed
• Proficiency with MS Office products
• Ability to identify key barriers/core…