Legal Counsel, Amazon Leo (Satellites / Communications)

Job description

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Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. We are looking for an experienced and technically savvy lawyer to join the Amazon Legal team supporting Amazon Leo’s international licensing activity. You will be embedded with the Amazon Leo team and be responsible for identifying and analysing complex and novel issues with high visibility. We need smart, self-motivated attorneys who can learn new and developing areas of law that they use to quickly form comprehensive strategies.

Key job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work on a variety of international regulatory matters across EMEA that are important to Amazon Leo. You will both work independently to deliver results, as well as frequently collaborate with various legal and other stakeholders on strategic decisions. The successful candidate will work closely with Amazon Leo's technical teams, regulatory teams, business teams, and other legal teams. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about technology, enjoys being continually challenged, and demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations.

Basic Qualifications

- License to practice law in Europe, US or other common law jurisdiction
- Outstanding academic qualifications with 5+ years of post-qualification legal experience at a law firm or in-house counsel role.
- At least 4 years of regulatory experience

Preferred Qualifications