Counsel, Telecommunications
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What you'll do
- Advise the Starlink team on the laws, regulations, and policies that impact our business in Europe and parts of Africa, particularly laws relating to telecommunications and internet services
- Analyze legal and regulatory risks and communicate them to the business and technical teams to enable sound compliance decisions and to support telecommunications and other business licensing in Europe and Africa
- Monitor legal and policy developments related to the Starlink business
- Interface with governmental agencies periodically concerning regulatory, consumer protection and law enforcement matters
What they're looking for
- 5+ years of professional experience with regulatory compliance matters in the telecommunications industry related to broadband and/or satellite services
- Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
- Active license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction
Nice to have
- Fluency in French and/or Portuguese
- Knowledge of telecommunications business and regulatory issues outside of the U.S.
- Prior experience managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company
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Full description from employer
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
COUNSEL, TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Starlink, our revolutionary satellite constellation, is delivering low-latency broadband internet worldwide. As a Telecommunications Counsel, you will help the business understand and navigate applicable laws and regulations in Europe and Africa.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advise the Starlink team on the laws, regulations, and policies that impact our business in Europe and parts of Africa, particularly laws relating to telecommunications and internet services
- Analyze legal and regulatory risks and communicate them to the business and technical teams to enable sound compliance decisions and to support telecommunications and other business licensing in Europe and Africa
- Monitor legal and policy developments related to the Starlink business
- Interface with governmental agencies periodically concerning regulatory, consumer protection and law enforcement matters
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of professional experience with regulatory compliance matters in the telecommunications industry related to broadband and/or satellite services
- Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
- Active license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Fluency in French and/or Portuguese
- Knowledge of telecommunications business and regulatory issues outside of the U.S.
- Prior experience managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position is based in Dublin, Ireland and requires being onsite - remote and hybrid work will not be considered
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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