Attorney/Lawyer

We are looking for an Attorney/Lawyer to support a non-profit organization in Reston, Virginia through a Contract engagement. This role focuses on guiding commercial contracting activities, advising internal teams on legal and compliance considerations, and helping maintain efficient agreement processes. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a practical approach to risk, and experience handling commercial agreements in a collaborative business environment. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com].

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, examine, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and supporting legal documents to align business needs with organizational standards.

• Work closely with internal departments to answer contract-related questions, address issues, and move agreements forward efficiently.

• Oversee agreements from initial request through execution and post-signature administration, including renewals, amendments, tracking, and file maintenance.

• Provide timely and thorough responses to both internal stakeholders and external parties regarding contractual and legal documentation matters.

• Research legal and business questions, offer practical recommendations, and elevate complex or higher-risk issues when appropriate.

• Apply sound legal judgment during negotiations and issue resolution to help balance operational goals with compliance and risk considerations.

• Contribute to the improvement of contract workflows, document templates, procedures, and supporting systems to enhance consistency and efficiency.

• Review documentation for compliance and completeness to help ensure agreements are properly executed, stored, and maintained.

• Support due diligence efforts involving third-party relationships and assist with updates to standard terms, forms, and internal guidance materials.

• Provide additional legal and cross-functional support as needed to meet evolving business priorities.

• Active license to practice law and demonstrated experience working as an attorney on commercial contract matters.
• Background in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements within a corporate or organizational setting.
• Knowledge of corporate law principles and contract risk management practices.
• Familiarity with SaaS agreements and other technology-related commercial arrangements.
• Ability to identify compliance concerns and provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across internal teams and external contacts.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing documentation and contract records.