Legal Counsel

Viasat; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 200.000 - 300.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A Viasat está buscando um advogado especializado para sua equipe jurídica em São Paulo. O candidato ideal terá uma sólida experiência em telecomunicações, lidando com questões de conformidade regulatória e contratos. Este papel proporciona a oportunidade de trabalhar em casos reais com agências regulatórias e outras equipes para apoiar as iniciativas de negócios na indústria de telecomunicações.

Qualificações

• Experiência de pelo menos 7 anos em um escritório de advocacia respeitado ou empresa.
• Fluência em inglês e capacidade de redigir contratos.
• Conhecimento em contratos comerciais, direito corporativo, e regulatório.

Responsabilidades

• Fornecer aconselhamento jurídico nas transações de telecomunicações.
• Realizar pesquisa legal e preparar documentos legais complexos.
• Monitorar mudanças na legislação aplicável e assegurar conformidade.

Conhecimentos

Capacidade de se comunicar

Análise crítica

Proatividade

Formação académica

Diploma de Direito

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

Viasat seeks an expert attorney to provide legal support for Viasat's business units via the in-house legal department in São Paulo, Brazil. This role will also involve collaboration with the business and legal teams from the United States, other Latin American countries, and Europe. We provide strategic support for satellite telecommunications operations. We ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, draft and review contracts, handle risk, and support business initiatives related to satellite communications, spectrum management, and international regulations.

By joining our legal team, you will gain hands-on experience in satellite telecommunications law, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiations. You will have the opportunity to work on real cases involving spectrum allocation, international agreements, and industry regulations. You'll also engage with various customers, including regulatory agencies, external legal firms, and business units, gaining exposure to the complexities of the satellite industry.

The day-to-day

• Provide advice to all levels of Viasat in the areas of telecommunications transactions, regulation, administrative and litigation matters, and communicate legal concepts in a way that non-lawyers can understand.
• Legal Research & Analysis: Conducting research on laws related to contracts, regulatory, corporate and taxes matters
• Contract Review & Drafting: Assisting in the preparation and review of complex contracts, partnership and service agreements, NDAs, and compliance documents.
• Regulatory Compliance Support: Monitoring changes in laws and preparing summaries or reports for the legal team;
• Risk Assessment: Identifying potential legal risks in business operations and helping develop mitigation strategies.
• Litigation: Lead litigation at all levels and supervise outside litigation counsel.
• Meetings & Teamwork: Participating in meetings with commercial teams, engineers, specialists, and external legal counsels to support business objectives.

What you'll need

• Law degree from a recognized and respected law school and admission to the Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil (OAB).
• Ability to speak and write (including contract drafting and editing) English at a professional level.
• At least 7 years of legal experience with a respected law firm or company in the following areas (preferably in the telecommunications industry, but will consider experience in other regulated industries):
  • Commercial contracts (drafting, reviewing, and negotiation)
  • Corporate law (corporate formation, governance and maintenance)
  • Tax law (knowledge of tax planning and indirect taxes applicable to telecommunications services is a plus)
  • Litigation (external law firm management, preparation and review of strategic pleadings)
  • Consumer law (handling administrative and judicial claims)
  • Regulatory law (experience with ANATEL or regulated technology sectors is preferred)
• Microsoft Office Proficiency – Experience using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to conduct legal research using national and international sources.
• Ability to assess legal risks, interpret regulations, and apply critical thinking to real-world cases.
• Strong Written and Verbal Communication – Ability to clearly articulate legal concepts and draft well-structured documents.
• Proactive Approach – Ability to take initiative, handle multiple tasks, and ensure accuracy in legal documents.
• Ability to work at least 3 days per week in person at the Viasat office in São Paulo during business hours.

What will help you on the job

• An interest in innovation, technology, and regulatory issues, especially in the telecommunication's area.
• Spanish language ability.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management software.
• Familiarity with additional areas of law such as labor and privacy.
• Post graduate degree in public, regulatory, privacy, or intellectual property law.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.