Legal Counsel

Company OverviewAireon deployed the world's first global space-based air traffic surveillance system, providing real-time aircraft monitoring capabilities around the world, including over the poles, over the oceans and in remote areas.Aireon data enables safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly aviation travel, resulting in significant CO2 emission reductions. More than 20 Air Navigation Service Providers representing more than 40 countries - including NAV CANADA, NATS (UK), Air Traffic and Navigation Services (South Africa), Airports Authority of India (AAI), and ASECNA (Africa) -- rely on Aireon data to navigate aircraft in their airspaces.We are committed to offering an employment experience and benefits package that enables you and your family to grow with us and to share in our success.Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities In this pivotal role you will be joining a team of lawyers and contracts professionals directly engaged in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with customers and vendors. Reporting to the Director of Legal Affairs, your responsibilities will include drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, managing contractual relationships including operational tasks and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, assisting with corporate and other functions, and other legal tasks as assigned.What You'll DoProvide comprehensive legal advice and counsel on a wide range of contractual mattersDraft, review, negotiate, and close contracts with vendors and customersManage customer and vendor relationships including supporting Aireon's Deal Management TeamResearch and deliver legal advice on topics as assignedSupport transactions and projects as assignedPerform other legal functions as assignedExperience & Education Requirements / EEORequired QualificationsAttorney licensed and in good standing with the bar association of a state or the District of Columbia and, if not already admitted, eligible for admission to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia3-5 years' experience drafting and negotiating agreementsExperience in working in a technology-driven small business or start-up environmentExcellent oral, written and presentation communication skills, including the ability to highlight key points in a succinct manner to internal clients and executive management based on sound quantitative and qualitative analysisExcellent interpersonal skills, including a strong ability to build consensus and efficiently and effectively guide individuals at all levels of the organization through established or new processesDemonstrated ability to think conceptually and strategically, exercise superior reasoning skills and sound business judgment to influence decision making, and interface effectively with executive managementCommitment to the highest professional ethical standardsProficiency in MS Office SuiteDesired QualificationsExperience in working in a telecommunications or software companyExperience in government contractingKnowledge of and proficiency with contract management systems generally; Workday and LinkSquares experience is a plusAbout YouYou are customer-centric . Be a partner with the customer, understand their needs, and incorporate them into every aspect of our service and interactions. You follow established policies and procedures and expect others to do the same as you lead by example.You are safety-minded.Make safety the priority in all work, no matter how large or small the task is. You are comfortable managing specialized work efficiency and with confidence and competence. You are careful with the rules and accuracy.You strive for results.Action and goal-oriented who is thorough and precise. Your professionalism and influential communication style helps you deliver results.You are collaborative.You're a team player who puts the interest of the team above your own. You bring accountability to work and deliver high quality services.1-3-6-12 Month PlanIn the first month we'll expect you to...Get onboarded and train with your managerAsk questions and get acclimated into the roleUnderstand the different clients and stakeholders of the Legal DepartmentDevelop an understanding of the company's products and services and the contractual forms the company uses to transact businessBecome familiar with the tools and platforms the Legal Department usesAt 3 months we'll expect you to...Understand the company's corporate structure, ownership, leadership, and general management systemsPerform textual review and issue-spotting on smaller contracts, and brief your manager on relevant pointsWith appropriate supervision, plan for and engage in negotiations of contractual points with counterparties including vendors and smaller customersDemonstrate a working understanding of the parameters within which Aireon enters into contractsAt 6 months we'll expect you to...Have formed positive relationships with Aireon's Sales team and other internal clients, including the communication channels necessary to gather business input and directionWith managerial supervision and approval, engage in negotiations with vendors and commercial customers and achieve successful outcomesDemonstrate your readiness and ability to undertake assigned legal projects, with decreasing amounts of managerial supervision being required depending on subject matterUnderstand your limitations and opportunities for improvement, and suggest plans for growth and improvementAt 12 months we'll expect you to...Operate independently with limited supervision as a contributing member of the Legal DepartmentAbout the TeamAireon's Legal Department is a small, efficient team that works together collaborativelyThe team stays connected by regular in-person interactions and meetings, attendance at periodic company events and meetings, and virtual meetings via Microsoft TeamsAll team members are located within the DMV and within commuting distance of McLean, VirginiaPerks and BenefitsPremium medical, dental and vision planLife Insurance and AD&DShort Term and Long Term DisabilityHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Retirement 401K plan with Employer MatchingEducation Assistance and Tuition ReimbursementPaid Time Off, Sick Leave, Floating HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveCompany Sponsored EventsEmployee Referral ProgramAireon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-27