Legal Counsel

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.

Viasat seeks an attorney based in either the UK or US for its in-house legal department to provide legal support for Viasat's Global Fixed Broadband business unit. The candidate will primarily focus on our wholesale and retail broadband offering across the US and EMEA, as well as assisting with other Viasat strategic initiatives on an as-needed basis and may support other business units for key projects. This role will also involve collaboration with Viasat business and legal teams from Europe, the United States, and Latin America. You will be part of a wider global legal team that works in partnership to provide strategic legal support to the company's satellite telecommunications operations. We ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, draft and review contracts, manage risk, and support business initiatives related to satellite communications, spectrum management, and international regulations. Additionally, we collaborate closely with internal departments to address legal challenges and support the company's growth and innovation in the sector.

• Within the relevant business unit, provide advice to all levels of Viasat in the areas of telecommunications transactions, and communicate legal concepts in a way that non-lawyers can understand.
• Contract Review & Drafting: Assisting in the preparation and review of complex contracts, partnership and service agreements, distribution agreements, and compliance documents.
• Risk Assessment: Identifying potential legal risks in business operations and helping develop mitigation strategies.
• Meetings & Collaboration: Participating in meetings with commercial teams, engineers, specialists, and external legal counsels to support business objectives.

• • UK, US or common law jurisdiction qualified lawyer.
  • At least 2-5 PQE (4 - 7 years of experience) gained at a leading law firm. This should include significant experience drafting and negotiating international commercial contracts. Tech/telecommunications sector and/or in-house experience a plus.
  • Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills - 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 and Detail-Oriented Approach - Ability to take initiative, manage multiple tasks, and ensure accuracy in legal documents.

• A team based collaborative "can do" attitude
• A desire to learn
• An interest in satellites, technology and telecommunications

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.