[Hiring] Senior Commercial Attorney @AST SpaceMobile

Role Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Commercial Attorney with deep expertise in the telecommunications industry. This individual will play a critical role in negotiating complex commercial agreements with our telecommunication, mobile and technology partners, supporting our mission to build the first space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by standard mobile phones. This is a rare opportunity to engage with novel legal challenges that do not have precedent and to build scalable processes in a legal department for an emerging industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage negotiations of complex commercial agreements with global partners, in the mobile, telecommunications and technology fields, as well as complex commercial and technology development and supply chain transactions.
• Draft, review, and advise on a wide range of contracts, including partnership, services, licensing, technology, software and service agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional, global teams including business development, finance, and engineering to align legal strategies with business goals.
• Develop and implement legal frameworks and best practices for commercial operations.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory developments impacting the telecommunications sector.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel as needed.
• Support on legal operations initiatives.
• Support legal matters with AST SpaceMobile’s international offices.
• Stay current on legal developments affecting telecommunications and satellite industry.

Qualifications

• U.S.- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• UK / Global - UK Qualified lawyer or local equivalent.
• A minimum of 7 years of post-qualification legal experience, with a strong focus on telecommunications and/or satellite communications and commercial transactions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience negotiating complex strategic transactions and partnership deals in the telecommunications industry.
• Law firm and/or in-house legal experience within a telecommunications or technology company.
• Familiarity with international telecom regulations and cross-border agreements.
• Experience in satellite communications or emerging technologies.
• Experience with hardware agreements (both as a buyer and a supplier), manufacturing agreements, technology and development agreements, and global supply chain transactions and regulations.
• Experience with complex corporate transactions, including M&A and joint ventures is a plus.
• Familiarity or experience with legal operations technology and processes, including usage of AI tools is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business and engineering audiences.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of all documentation and project deliverables.
• Strategic thinking and sound judgment in high-stakes negotiations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with little guidance and shifting priorities and ambiguity.
• Possess a proactive and hands-on approach; willing to take initiative and contribute wherever needed to support team success.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a proactive, solutions-focused approach to work and collaboration.

Technology Stack

• AI Tools
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Contract lifecycle management systems
• Legal research platforms (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw)
• Document management tools (e.g., SharePoint, Ironclad)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to travel occasionally for partner meetings and contract negotiations.
• Ability to support commercial transactions across various time zones globally.
• Must be available to support commercial transactions outside standard local working hours, including evenings and other nontraditional hours as business needs dictate. This is not a traditional fixed-schedule role.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match.
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance.
• Company-Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays.
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities.