Other

Counsel, Telecommunications (Starlink)

SpaceXSILondon🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 14 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of global internet access by navigating complex regulatory landscapes for SpaceX's innovative Starlink program. This hybrid role is perfect for a proactive and curious mid-senior legal professional who thrives on challenging work, enjoys contributing directly to impactful projects, and excels in a collaborative, excellence-driven environment. Apply to join a mission-focused team and contribute to expanding connectivity worldwide.

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

London, United Kingdom

Posted

1 week ago

ComplianceRegulatory Compliance

Job Description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary and expanding consciousness to the stars.
SpaceXSI is building Super Intelligence to help humanity understand the universe. Our teams are building the full Super Intelligence stack: from our Colossus supercomputers, to Grok models, to our suite of applications, including Grok Bot, Grok Build, Grok Imagine, Grok Voice, and X. We're creating a powerful flywheel where more compute trains better models, better models power more useful products, and what we learn from people using those products shapes what we build next.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Starlink, our revolutionary satellite constellation, is delivering low-latency broadband internet worldwide. As a Telecommunications Counsel, you will help the business understand and navigate applicable laws and regulations in Europe and Africa.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Advise the Starlink team on the laws, regulations, and policies that impact our business in Europe and parts of Africa, particularly laws relating to telecommunications and internet services
Analyze legal and regulatory risks and communicate them to the business and technical teams to enable sound compliance decisions and to support telecommunications and other business licensing in Europe and Africa
Monitor legal and policy developments related to the Starlink business
Interface with governmental agencies periodically concerning regulatory, consumer protection and law enforcement matters

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of professional experience with regulatory compliance matters in the telecommunications industry related to broadband and/or satellite services
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
Active license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Fluency in French and/or Portuguese
Knowledge of telecommunications business and regulatory issues outside of the U.S.
Prior experience managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position is based in London, England and requires being onsite - remote and hybrid work will not be considered
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

SpaceXSI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.