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Legal Contract Manager, Public Sector

OpenAI· Legal
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Hybrid (Washington, DC)Full-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Legal Contracts Manager to support OpenAI for Government’s public sector business, managing contracting activities with U.S. federal, state, and local government customers and partners. Partners with legal, GTM, capture/proposals, and other teams to negotiate agreements, administer contracts, ensure compliance, and support the full lifecycle of contract performance.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the full contract lifecycle for government agreements, including NDAs, services agreements, teaming agreements, subcontracts, and order forms.
  • Negotiate contracts with federal, state, and local agencies and government integrators, balancing risk management with business objectives.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with contract requirements, including flow-down clauses, reporting obligations, and government-specific certifications (e.g., FAR/DFARS, FedRAMP, CMMC, NIST 800-171).
  • Support contract pursuits and proposals, including review of RFP/RFQ terms, development of compliance matrices, and coordination of required representations and certifications.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders—Legal, Finance, Security, Capture/Proposals, and Product—to ensure contract terms align with OpenAI’s technical capabilities, pricing structures, and security/compliance frameworks.
  • Maintain contract records and manage data related to key terms, renewals, and deliverables.
  • Develop scalable contracting processes and playbooks to streamline government sales while managing legal and regulatory risk.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and advise on implications for government contracts and compliance programs.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in government contracting, contract management, or technology transactions, with significant exposure to U.S. federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS).
  • JD, law degree, or relevant contract management certification (e.g., NCMA CPCM/CCCM) preferred but not required.
  • Active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance.
  • Strong background negotiating and managing agreements with U.S. government agencies or prime contractors.
  • Familiarity with public sector compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST 800-171, CMMC, ITAR/EAR, government data rights).
  • Demonstrated ability to operate with autonomy and sound judgment in highly technical, fast-moving environments.
  • Demonstrated experience using artificial intelligence tools to automate legal and compliance workflows.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with experience managing complex contract portfolios.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to distill complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance for business teams.
  • Experience working in a high-growth technology company or government integrator is a strong plus.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
  • Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
  • Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
  • 13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time
  • Mental health and wellness support
  • Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
  • Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
  • Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
  • Relocation support for eligible employees
  • Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends
Last updated Oct 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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