CORPORATE SENIOR COUNSEL I
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Salary$166k – $208k
LocationPascagoula, Miss, Un
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience6+ yrs
DepartmentLegal
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 27, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Juris Doctor Law degree from an ABA accredited law school
6 years of relevant experience from working in one or more of the following: in-house law department, law firm, and/or government agency
Mississippi bar license or ability to obtain a license to practice in Mississippi
Proven skills and abilities to handle primary responsibilities including managing all aspects of the investigatory process
Experience supervising internal legal investigations involving the False Claims Act (FCA) and other regulatory and statutory obligations of government contractors
Experience working with outside counsel to manage pending and anticipated litigation matters
Experience interacting with representatives of various law enforcement and regulatory agencies
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to learn and understand complex operational processes
US Citizenship required
Benefits
Medical insurance
Prescription drug insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Telemedicine
Wellness programs
Employee assistance program
401(k)
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Scholarships
Req ID: 50588
Team: N358 LEGAL
Entity: HII Corporate Office
Shift: 1st
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time
Salary Range: $166,000.00 to $208,000.00
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range
About the company
Meet HII’s Corporate Team
HII’s corporate team is responsible for providing strategic direction across technological and business disciplines, including accounting, finance, human resources, sales, operations, business development, legal, sustainability, communications, information technology, security, and more. In service of our employees, leaders, customers, and shareholders, we have the privilege of supporting thousands of colleagues across the entire business. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
The Role
HII, a global engineering and defense technologies provider recognized worldwide as America’s largest shipbuilder, is seeking a dynamic, senior level attorney within our Law Department. Specifically, HII seeks an experienced attorney and thoughtful leader to lead, direct and, where necessary, conduct internal investigations at the Ingalls Shipbuilding Division. The position will support the investigative function for the Corporate Office and other HII business units as required.
Responsibilities
The candidate must have proven skills and abilities to handle these primary responsibilities:
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Managing all aspects of the investigatory process, including, but not limited to, supervising investigators, managing the work and budget of outside counsel, interviewing witnesses, supervising document collection and production, scoping investigations based on initial allegations, and reporting investigative findings;
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Supervising internal legal investigations involving the False Claims Act (FCA) and other regulatory and statutory obligations of government contractors and for advising senior management on the risks and any disclosure obligations arising from these investigations;
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Working with HII’s outside counsel to manage pending and anticipated litigation matters, serving as the company’s primary POC in managing case-related needs and working with internal leaders on strategic decisions from start to final resolution;
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Interacting with representatives of various law enforcement and regulatory agencies as required and serve as the point of contact for inquiries from government regulators on FCA-related issues; and
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Working closely with attorneys and other company personnel in the corporate compliance organization to advise leaders on lessons learned, risk assessments, sustainable compliance, and other aspects of the corporate compliance program.
Other responsibilities, assigned as required, may include managing legal holds, facilitating document production, preparing government disclosures, and training personnel on investigative best practices and relevant legal and regulatory issues.
The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate accurately and concisely with internal and external stakeholders, including outside counsel, business leaders, and government officials. The candidate must have the ability to learn and understand complex operational processes and research factual and legal issues using internal and external resources. The position requires the candidate to perform a variety of tasks ranging from the repetitive to those calling for judgment and independent initiative.
Although the position will report to and support HII’s Director of Investigations, as well as the Corporate Vice President, Litigation & Investigations, the position is located at the Ingalls Shipbuilding Division in Pascagoula, MS.
Must Have
-Juris Doctor Law degree from an ABA accredited law school and 6 years of experience relevant experience from working in one of more of the following: in-house law department, law firm, and/or government agency.
-Mississippi bar license or ability to obtain a license to practice in Mississippi.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Benefits
Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Legal
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance.
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