Counsel, Telecommunications (Starlink)

Xai
London, United Kingdom
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at experienced legal professionals with telecommunications expertise who can navigate complex regulatory environments in Europe and Africa.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of telecom regulatory compliance experience in Europe and Africa
    — “5+ years of professional experience with regulatory compliance matters in the telecommunications industry related to broadband and/or satellite services”
  • Individuals who have managed legal risks for high-growth international companies
    — “Prior experience managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company”
  • Legal professionals fluent in French or Portuguese with a global regulatory perspective
    — “Fluency in French and/or Portuguese”

Things to consider

  • Onsite presence in London is mandatory, with no remote or hybrid options
    — “This position is based in London, England and requires being onsite - remote and hybrid work will not be considered”
  • Extended hours and weekend availability are expected due to operational demands
    — “Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with cross-border telecom regulations in Europe and Africa
    — “Advise the Starlink team on the laws, regulations, and policies that impact our business in Europe and parts of Africa”
  • Emphasize ability to interface with governmental agencies on regulatory matters
    — “Interface with governmental agencies periodically concerning regulatory, consumer protection and law enforcement matters”
  • Showcase track record of contributing directly to mission-driven teams
    — “All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • Advise the Starlink team on the laws, regulations, and policies that impact our business in Europe and parts of Africa
Typical background
5+ years of professional experience with regulatory compliance matters in the telecommunications industry related to broadband and/or satellite services

Skills & requirements

Required

Telecommunications LawRegulatory ComplianceLegal AnalysisGovernmental Agency InterfaceTelecommunications Business And Regulatory Issues

Preferred

FrenchPortugueseHigh-growth Multinational Company Legal Issues

Stack & domain

Legal ComplianceTelecommunicationsCommunicationTeamworkInternet Services

About the role

Original posting from Xai via Greenhouse

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

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 London, England and requires being onsite - remote and hybrid work will not be considered

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed 

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Source: Xai careers (Greenhouse)

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