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.
What you'll do
We are looking for an exceptional attorney who is experienced in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts and providing day-to-day business and legal advice to support our growing legal department at Viasat’s headquarters in Carlsbad, California.
The day-to-day
In this role, you will support our Aviation Business Unit, which consists of our commercial aviation business unit and safety of flight business unit. You will work autonomously to represent Viasat in all aspects of negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements with airline and business customers as well as our suppliers. This position will also coordinate and work closely with other subject matter experts of the company’s legal team, including our compliance experts and privacy and data experts. International travel may be required.
What you'll need
- 5+ years of corporate legal experience, of which 2+ years at a large national law firm.
- 1-3 years of in-house legal experience.
- J.D. and member of the bar in good standing.
- U.S. citizenship required.