Commercial Legal Counsel

Eutelsat; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global satellite operator in London seeks a qualified legal professional to provide advice on commercial issues, draft contracts, and support the sales team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, a strong background in commercial contracts, and exceptional communication skills. This role offers opportunities to work in a dynamic environment focused on cutting-edge satellite technology.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Hybrid work options

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a legal role.
• Ability to draft and negotiate contracts.
• Strong technical understanding of contract law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial issues and legal compliance.
• Draft and negotiate global agreements.
• Handle day-to-day legal issues.

Skills

Commercial contract experience

Legal compliance

Negotiation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

UK or common-law qualified lawyer

Job description

Connect with Eutelsat Group

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat Group – the world’s first GEO‑LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions – connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We connect you on land, at sea, and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world.

With Eutelsat Group you’ll get to:

• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer‑centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat Group, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat Group?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We take pride in having one‑third of our executive team and 60% of our board represented by women.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer‑centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
• Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat Group, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy. We’re dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth – both on Earth and in space.
• Work‑Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat Group, we are committed to supporting your well‑being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology.

What You’ll Do

This is an unusual opportunity to be part of the rapidly changing space sector and to work in a business scaling cutting‑edge technology around the world.

You will be part of a global legal team integrated into a business ramping up new low‑earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology which provides high‑speed internet to remote areas, while also maintaining its existing geo‑stationary (GEO) satellite connectivity and video services.

You will provide legal advice and counsel on a variety of Eutelsat’s global sales of satellite connectivity services and related procurement activities, with a greater focus on sales. You will be responsible for actively supporting our senior lawyers with complex commercial transactions alongside customers and vendors. Partnering with our commercial, sales, procurement, engineering and technology teams, you will ensure high quality customer service both internally and externally. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain exposure across the team, developing your skillset through hands‑on experience, reporting into one of our Senior Legal Directors.

You Will

• Advise and counsel management and other internal clients across the business on commercial issues, legal compliance matters, statutory and regulatory developments, contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and key risks;
• Draft and negotiate global commercial distribution partner/reseller agreements;
• Draft and negotiate global technology procurement contracts;
• Handle day‑to‑day legal issues and general commercial legal support arising in a growing and complex business.

What It Takes

• UK or other common‑law qualified lawyer who has been in‑house;
• As a guide we would expect someone who has 3 to 5 years’ experience;
• Absolutely rock‑solid commercial contract experience;
• You must be able to demonstrate high technical expertise in contract law;
• Experience in drafting and negotiations both with large‑scale contracts as well as smaller sized matters;
• Demonstrated aptitude to quickly learn and adapt to the complex and changing nature of Eutelsat's business;
• A good sense of humour and desire to collaborate with the team and stakeholders;
• An ability to work under pressure and flexibly with tight deadlines;
• A very good understanding of prioritisation;
• An ability to challenge both business stakeholders and other lawyers in a productive and respectful way;
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills, including self‑motivation, a non‑hierarchical attitude, collegiality and a cooperative spirit;
• Strong legal and communications skills required;
• An ability to speak in plain English;
• An adaptability to use different styles of communication across the globe;
• Sound analytical, writing, and organisational abilities;
• Ability to work in a widely dispersed cross‑functional team environment, manage certain assignments without close supervision.

What We’d Love

• Some telco, B2B network, engineering or satellite industry experience would be very useful;
• Transactional work experience in a high‑tech, defence or engineering company;
• Experience working on a global team supporting international transactions;
• An understanding of legal processes and efficiencies within a high‑performing in‑house function;
• Awareness of legal technology solutions.

Where You’ll Be

London, UK.

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