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OpenAI
201 – 500 Employees
H1B Visa SponsorArtificial IntelligenceEnterpriseSaaS
OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research and technology company building advanced AI systems with a focus on safety and responsible development. Its products include ChatGPT, which supports everyday and complex professional tasks, and an API platform that enables businesses and developers to integrate AI models into their own applications. Operating across artificial intelligence, SaaS, and enterprise technology, OpenAI combines research, product development, and efforts to improve how AI systems are governed and used.
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Legal Contract Manager, Public Sector — Washington, DC Hybrid

Manage public-sector contracts supporting OpenAI’s government business, from negotiation through renewal and delivery. Partner across legal, compliance, finance, security, proposals, and product teams on government agreements and contracting operations.

USUnited StatesWAWashington
$216,000 – $240,000 / year
HybridFull-timeSeniorLeadEnglish RequiredAttorney
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Description

  • Own the complete lifecycle of government agreements, including NDAs, services agreements, teaming arrangements, subcontracts, and order forms.
  • Negotiate agreements with federal, state, and local agencies as well as government integrators.
  • Maintain compliance with contractual obligations, flow-down provisions, reporting requirements, and government-specific certifications.
  • Contribute to contract pursuits and proposals through RFP/RFQ review, compliance matrices, and representations and certifications.
  • Work cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Security, Capture/Proposals, and Product.
  • Keep contract records current and track key terms, renewals, and deliverables.
  • Create scalable contracting processes, procedures, and playbooks.
  • Track regulatory changes and explain their impact on government contracts and compliance programs.
  • Help expand OpenAI’s public-sector government business.

Requirements

  • At least seven years of experience in government contracting, contract management, or technology transactions, including substantial U.S. federal acquisition work under FAR and DFARS.
  • A JD, law degree, or relevant contract management certification such as NCMA CPCM or CCCM is preferred but not required.
  • Active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance.
  • Significant experience negotiating and administering agreements with U.S. government agencies or prime contractors.
  • Working knowledge of public-sector frameworks including FedRAMP, NIST 800-171, CMMC, ITAR/EAR, and government data rights.
  • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in highly technical, rapidly changing environments.
  • Experience applying artificial intelligence tools to automate legal and compliance workflows.
  • Strong organization and attention to detail when managing complex contract portfolios.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to turn complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance for business teams.
  • Experience at a high-growth technology company or government integrator is a strong advantage, along with the ability to work from the U.S. office three days each week.
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Benefits

  • Equity participation.
  • Performance-based bonuses for eligible employees.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts.
  • Pre-tax Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter accounts for parking and transit expenses.
  • 401(k) plan with an employer match.
  • Paid parental leave of up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents.
  • Paid medical and caregiver leave of up to eight weeks.
  • Flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days per year for non-exempt employees.
  • At least 13 paid company holidays.
  • Several paid, coordinated office closures during the year.
  • Paid sick or safe time.
  • Mental health and wellness resources.
  • Employer-paid basic life and disability insurance.
  • Annual stipend for learning and development.
  • Daily office meals and eligible meal-delivery credits.
  • Relocation assistance for eligible employees.
  • Potential charitable donation matching and wellness stipends.
  • Immigration and sponsorship assistance may be available depending on individual circumstances.

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