Space & Satellite Contracts Counsel (Junior)

Eutelsat; Issy-les-Moulineaux; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eutelsat in Paris, France, or Turin, Italy, seeks a junior to mid-level lawyer to support the Iris2 project by assisting with drafting, review, and ongoing monitoring of contracts, under the supervision of senior lawyers.

You will develop sector knowledge in the space/satellite industry, take direction, and progress toward handling more complex matters while contributing to Iris2 programme legal administration and collaboration with the project team.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 1–4 years PQE or equivalent.
• Exposure to commercial contracts is essential; in-house or aerospace/defence projects preferred.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities; ability to work under guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Legal Counsel and Legal Directors as a reliable point of contact for day‑to‑day queries from the Iris2 project team.
• Assist with drafting and review of contracts in procurement, engineering, and technology licensing spaces under supervision.
• Prepare first drafts, redlines, and summaries of contractual terms and help track issues to resolution.
• Provide clear, well‑organised legal input and flag risks when needed.
• Collaborate with the wider Legal team and project team to ensure smooth Iris2 delivery.

Skills

Drafting skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team player

Education

Qualified lawyer (France or Italy)

Tools

Contract management systems

Job description

Eutelsat in Paris, France, or Turin, Italy, seeks a junior to mid-level lawyer to support the Iris2 project by assisting with drafting, review, and ongoing monitoring of contracts, under the supervision of senior lawyers.

You will develop sector knowledge in the space/satellite industry, take direction, and progress toward handling more complex matters while contributing to Iris2 programme legal administration and collaboration with the project team.