--- title: 'Counsel, Telecommunications at SpaceX_Global' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/counsel-telecommunications-spacex-global-dublin-k6v61yzgryhq' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-13' --- # Counsel, Telecommunications at SpaceX_Global - **Company:** SpaceX_Global - **Location:** Dublin, Ireland - **Posted:** 2026-09-11 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacexglobal/jobs/8802871002 ## 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 enabling human life on Mars. ## COUNSEL, TELECOMMUNICATIONS 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 Dublin, Ireland and requires being onsite - remote and hybrid work will not be considered - Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. ## About SpaceX_Global ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: SpaceX_Global is the international arm of SpaceX responsible for scaling and operating Starlink’s satellite internet service across the Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East. - **Entity Type**: Private (wholly owned by SpaceX) - **Headquarters**: Singapore (APAC hub) with additional regional offices in Dublin, Ireland and São Paulo, Brazil - **Founded**: Starlink commercial service launched in 2020; SpaceX_Global entity formed to support worldwide sales and operations - **Founders**: Elon Musk (founder of SpaceX); no separate founders for SpaceX_Global ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Satellite telecommunications / Internet service provider (ISP) - **Target customers**: B2B enterprise (telecom operators, governments, shipping, aviation), B2C residential, SMB, and institutional (defense, disaster response) - **Mission / purpose**: Enable high‑speed, low‑latency internet access globally – especially in underserved and remote areas – while advancing SpaceX’s ultimate goal of making humanity multi‑planetary ## Products & Services - **Starlink (Standard)**: Consumer satellite internet terminal, offering speeds of 50–220 Mbps, low latency (~25–50 ms), ideal for rural and suburban users. **Type**: Hardware + service. - **Starlink Business**: Higher‑performance terminal with increased throughput (up to 500 Mbps) and priority support for enterprises, SMBs, and remote offices. **Type**: Hardware + service. - **Starlink Maritime**: Ruggedised terminal designed for ships, offshore platforms, and vessels, delivering high‑speed connectivity at sea. **Type**: Hardware + service. - **Starlink Aviation**: In‑flight connectivity solution for commercial and private aircraft. **Type**: Hardware + service. - **Starlink RV (Roam)**: Portable terminal for recreational vehicles and mobile users, usable on land across coverage areas. **Type**: Hardware + service. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: SpaceX overall is privately held; estimated valuation ~$210 B as of late 2025 (sources: Bloomberg, CNBC). SpaceX_Global’s valuation is not separately disclosed. - **Key Metric**: Starlink surpassed **4 million subscribers** worldwide in 2025 (from $8.2 B revenue in 2024); annual revenue for SpaceX_Global not publicly broken out. - **Notable Investors / Partners**: SpaceX investors include Founders Fund, Google, Fidelity, and Baillie Gifford. Partners include major telecom operators, airlines, and government agencies. - **Growth Signals**: - Rapid geographic expansion into over 100 countries. - Launch of Gen2 satellites (higher capacity) and direct‑to‑cell service. - Active hiring for senior sales and supply chain roles in Asia, Latin America, and Europe (indicates aggressive enterprise push). ## Competitive Advantages - **Vertically integrated**: SpaceX builds its own satellites, rockets, and user terminals, controlling cost, quality, and speed. - **First‑mover in LEO broadband**: Massive constellation of ~7,000+ satellites provides low latency and global coverage that competitors (OneWeb, Amazon Kuiper) are only beginning to match. - **Rapid deployment & iteration**: SpaceX’s manufacturing and launch cadence (multiple launches per week) allows continuous capacity upgrades. - **Strong brand & mission**: “Enabling life on Mars” attracts top talent and customer loyalty. ## Strategic Focus - **Enterprise & government sales**: Deepening penetration in APAC, Latin America, and EMEA through dedicated sales teams and local partnerships. - **Infrastructure scaling**: Building out ground stations, licensing, and local regulatory support to handle growing subscriber base. - **Product innovation**: Expanding direct‑to‑cell (text, voice, IoT), maritime, and aviation offerings; reducing terminal costs to improve margins. - **Supply chain resilience** (evidenced by Global Supply Manager role in Singapore): Optimising contract manufacturing for user terminals and ground stations. ## Why Work Here - **Mission‑driven environment**: Employees are expected to have “extreme ownership”, urgency, and a bias toward action (job descriptions explicitly state “must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed”). - **Global exposure**: Roles based in Singapore, Dublin, and São Paulo involve cross‑functional work with teams in the US, Asia, and Europe. - **Growth trajectory**: Being part of the fastest‑growing satellite internet company offers rapid career acceleration for top performers. - **On‑site culture**: Positions in Dublin require full‑time on‑site work; Singapore roles likely also require presence. Travel up to 50% for sales and supply chain roles. - **Compensation & benefits**: Not publicly detailed, but typical SpaceX‑Global roles include competitive base salary, equity (options/restricted stock) and performance bonuses – negotiated individually. - **Engineering‑first mindset**: Data analytics, automation, and technical problem‑solving are embedded in business operations (e.g., Python, SQL, financial modelling expected). ## Sources 1. [Greenhouse – Sr. Sales Manager, APAC (Starlink Enterprise Sales)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacexglobal/jobs/8379189002) 2. [Greenhouse – Global Supply Manager (Starlink Product)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacexglobal/jobs/8403006002) 3. [Greenhouse – Sr. Business Operations Manager (Starlink Brazil Growth)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacexglobal/jobs/8450125002) 4. [Greenhouse – Treasury Analyst (EMEA)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacexglobal/jobs/8450132002) 5. [Greenhouse – Sr. Treasury Analyst (EMEA)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacexglobal/jobs/8328087002) *Note: Financial and subscriber data derived from public SpaceX announcements and reputable business press; SpaceX_Global does not separately publish financials.* ## Other roles at SpaceX_Global - [Sr. Supplier Development Engineer (Injection Molding)](https://feeny.ai/job/sr-supplier-development-engineer-injection-molding-spacex-global-bengaluru-qm8mfs3q203s) — Bengaluru, India - [Sr. Supplier Development Engineer (RF Integration)](https://feeny.ai/job/sr-supplier-development-engineer-rf-integration-spacex-global-bengaluru-fyg69928qn5a) — Bengaluru, India - [Starlink Enterprise Sales Director (EMEA)](https://feeny.ai/job/starlink-enterprise-sales-director-emea-spacex-global-dublin-p30vdd55dc70) — Dublin, Ireland - [Supplier Development Engineer (Starlink)](https://feeny.ai/job/supplier-development-engineer-starlink-spacex-global-bengaluru-8gszdeb7gc73) — Bengaluru, India - [Sr. Accountant (Brazil & Caribbean)](https://feeny.ai/job/sr-accountant-brazil-caribbean-spacex-global-sao-paulo-dh8vfmfr0e3j) — São Paulo, Brazil - [Enterprise Sales Director, Canada](https://feeny.ai/job/enterprise-sales-director-canada-spacex-global-toronto-kx8m2x2st19r) — Toronto, Canada - [Sr. Sales Manager, Canada (Starlink Enterprise)](https://feeny.ai/job/sr-sales-manager-canada-starlink-enterprise-spacex-global-toronto-7x6g3hkxxs33) — Toronto, Canada - [Sales Manager, LatAm (Global Starlink Enterprise Sales)](https://feeny.ai/job/sales-manager-latam-global-starlink-enterprise-sales-spacex-global-sao-paulo-x442tcyprpyx) — São Paulo, Brazil - [Sales Manager, APAC (Global Starlink Enterprise Sales)](https://feeny.ai/job/sales-manager-apac-global-starlink-enterprise-sales-spacex-global-singapore-6zzt6sgr4yjp) — Singapore - [Sales Lead, APAC (Global Starlink Enterprise Sales)](https://feeny.ai/job/sales-lead-apac-global-starlink-enterprise-sales-spacex-global-singapore-atj5qxtdv3cd) — Singapore