Senior Corporate Counsel – International
Leo LabsChantilly, VAPosted 20 March 2026
Job Description
Why LeoLabs?
At LeoLabs, we’re building the living map of activity in space. Through our proprietary global radar network and AI-enabled analytics platform, we collect millions of measurements daily on more than 25,000 objects in low Earth orbit (LEO). Our radar-powered intelligence protects billions in assets, monitors adversarial behavior, and ensures safe operations for commercial and government missions.
We’re not just building technology, we are redefining global security, safety, and transparency in space. As orbital activity accelerates and threats grow more complex, LeoLabs is a trusted partner for Space Domain Awareness, Space Traffic Management, and Satellite Operations for top-tier space operators and allied defense organizations.
If you're looking to work on mission-critical challenges at the forefront of aerospace, national security, and AI, your impact starts here.
LeoLabs is seeking a highly motivated, mission-driven Senior Corporate Counsel – International to support our continued global expansion. This is a key role for an experienced attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited to help scale a growing company operating at the forefront of space technology.
Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, you will play a central role in building and maintaining LeoLabs’ global legal infrastructure. You’ll provide strategic legal support across our international operations as we expand our footprint in Space Domain Awareness, Space Traffic Management, and Missile Defense.
You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders and a distributed legal team across the U.S., EMEA, and APAC, helping ensure strong governance, compliance, and execution of key strategic initiatives.
What You’ll Do
Global Corporate Governance Compliance
Support governance and compliance for LeoLabs’ international subsidiaries, partnering with local counsel to maintain good standing and meet regulatory requirements
Prepare and manage corporate documentation (e.g., board resolutions, intercompany agreements, powers of attorney)
Maintain and update legal entity structures and organizational records
International Expansion Entity Management
Assist in forming new legal entities and establishing operations in new markets across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas
Manage changes to directors, officers, signing authorities, and registered offices
Develop and execute step plans for global expansion initiatives
Strategic Transactions Operations
Support MA transactions, joint ventures, and entity integration or rationalization efforts
Partner cross-functionally to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance
Commercial Regulatory Support
Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including MSAs, SLAs, and SaaS contracts
Advise on intellectual property, data rights, and regulatory compliance (U.S. and international)
Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the business and advise leadership accordingly
Risk Management
Identify legal risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies
Support compliance across a range of areas including employment, tax, export controls, real estate, and insurance
Legal Operations Support
Provide high-level support to the Chief Legal Officer, including documentation, coordination, and corporate recordkeeping
Engage and manage outside counsel efficiently and cost-effectively
Required Qualifications
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
8+ years of relevant legal experience (law firm and/or in-house), with strong focus on corporate governance and international subsidiary management
Experience supporting global operations and navigating international compliance requirements
Strong background in commercial contracting, including SaaS and technology agreements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple pri ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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