Telespazio- Legal Affairs

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Closer to Space, closer to the Future: join Telespazio!

Telespazio, a joint venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), is a global leader in satellite solutions and services. Established in Italy in 1961 and headquartered in Rome, the company is a key player in the Space Alliance, a strategic partnership with Thales Alenia Space, offering a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge space services. With over 3.300 professionals across its subsidiaries in Europe and Latin America, Telespazio operates a vast international network of Space Centers and Teleport stations, providing innovative solutions that drive progress in Geoinformation Services, Satellite Systems and Operations and Satellite Communications.

Join us as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in Space.

Inside the Legal & Affairs Departement in Rome, we are looking for a Legal Affairs specialist

Mission
Ensure that every appropriate legal assistance is provided in connection with any business transactions, both within and outside the ordinary course of business, including intercompany, finance transactions and protection/exploitation of intellectual property rights

Activities

• Provide legal advice and assistance in the definition, drafting and negotiation of all kinds of commercial contracts, including public tenders and related agreements, purchase agreements, sponsorship agreements, intercompany agreements and engagement letters
• Provide assistance in the implementation and management of special projects, including M&A transactions
• Advise and manage issues related to Intellectual Property Rights, Health, Safety and Environmental activities, Data protection and privacy, relations with Antitrust Authorities and Foreign National Interest Regulators
• Provide legal advice and assistance in the negotiation and definition of ordinary and extraordinary finance transactions, project finance agreements and deed of guarantees to be issued in support of the company’s activities

Experience

• Master’s degree in Law
• Preferably qualified as a lawyer in Italy
• Minimum 2-5 years’ PQE with a general commercial background; experience in aerospace and defense gained in-house or in private practice would be ideal
• Excellent knowledge of English language; knowledge of a second language (French, Spanish, German) would be an asset.
• The candidate will demonstrate  analytical skills, sense of urgency, ability to plan and manage multiple activities in parallel, relational skills, team working, good degree of autonomy in managing assigned activities, flexibility, problem solving and passion

What We Offer:

• A stimulating and dynamic working environment with flexible working hours
• Hybrid working (onsite and off-site)
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Meal voucher, company canteen and employee welfare programs 
• Free access to online learning platform with courses from top universities
• Opportunities for international experiences

Why Telespazio: At Telespazio, the well-being, safety, and development of our people are at the heart of our corporate culture. We actively foster an inclusive, diverse, and stimulating work environment, promoting the principles of equity and the value of diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

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