Legal Strategic Programs and Operations Consultant

Posted:
6/4/2026, 7:52:53 AM

Location(s):
Virginia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level

Field(s):
Consulting

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a talented program operations professional to be part of a team delivering cross-functional initiatives in technology, data analysis & reporting, process improvement, and resource management. Our Legal team includes Legal, Contract Management, Governance & Policy, Supply Chain Risk Management, Subcontract Management and Procurement, and the office of the Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer. Together we help AFS achieve high performance by operating effective systems of compliance and risk management and creating a culture of trust and integrity where people are free to do their best work.

Reporting to the Strategic Programs and Operations Manager, you will join a small team striving to provide innovative solutions to the Legal team and the company overall. As this team often quickly delivers and pivots its focus, the successful candidate should have strong organizational skills and attention to detail, a collaborative work style, superior communications skills, and the ability to manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced environment.

The work

Execute initiatives to increase Legal operational efficiency and effectiveness. Examples include: workflow analysis, technology planning, design of dashboards & reports, matter management systems, benchmarking
Design, build, then manage new processes and tools – from spend/matter management to workflow to business analytics
Assist leads within the Legal function (e.g. Litigation, Contracting, Compliance) in their delivery of services across AFS
Optimize Legal department SharePoint sites
Coordinate communications for assigned initiatives, including team calls, agenda and materials to keep relevant stakeholders informed and engaged
Help manage the critical path, project dependencies, completion, milestone compliance and cost/budget of Legal department initiatives
Drive special projects

What you need

Must be a US Citizen
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
3 years of relevant experience in consulting or program management roles
Demonstrated ability to develop strong (visual) and concise deliverables
Very strong written and verbal executive communications skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (especially Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Experience with Microsoft Power Tools (Power Automate, Power BI)
Ability to establish and meet deadlines, work independently and accurately under pressure, and manage multiple projects and priorities

Bonus if you have

Experience in developing, implementing, and enhancing business processes
Experience in Microsoft Copilot or other AI tools to improve operational efficiency
Experience in implementing technology systems or tools
Experience supporting attorneys with various legal tasks
Experience in Vendor Management

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$69,900—$153,000 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information.

Notify

postings

pricing

login

Legal Strategic Programs and Operations Consultant

Accenture Federal Services

Related Postings

Sales Consultant - USBL - US

SAP Warehouse Management Site Support Technical Consultant – Onsite in Susquehanna, PA

Managing Consultant – State and Local Government - Harrisburg, PA

Specialty Sales (Style, Tech, Beauty) (T1540)

MedTech Part Time Clinical Consultant – St. Louis, MO West

Notify

postings

our prices

login

contact us

privacy policy