Role overview

Kepler Communications operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, with 33 satellites launched to date, providing real-time on-orbit connectivity for critical missions. As General Counsel, Legal and Regulatory Affairs, you will be the executive leader responsible for all legal, regulatory, compliance, government affairs, and corporate governance activities across the organization worldwide.

Key responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors on all legal and strategic matters.
Lead the company’s legal strategy to support rapid growth, international expansion, government contracting, satellite licensing, and spectrum management.
Oversee both the Legal and Regulatory Affairs teams, directing their work and development.
Proactively identify legal and regulatory opportunities and risks that impact company strategy.
Shape company strategy by integrating legal and regulatory considerations into commercial and operational initiatives.

Requirements

Executive leadership experience managing legal and regulatory functions within a growing organization.
Deep expertise in satellite licensing, spectrum management, and aerospace or space industry regulations.
Demonstrated ability to advise C-suite executives and boards on complex legal and regulatory matters.
Experience leading international expansion and government contracting initiatives.
Strong corporate governance and compliance background.

What makes this role worth considering

Kepler is a certified Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years, with a team culture built on bold thinking and problem-solving at the frontier of space technology. You’ll work directly with leadership shaping the future of the space economy while enjoying comprehensive benefits including competitive equity compensation, unlimited vacation, professional development funding, and a fully equipped Toronto office environment.