Associate Corporate Counsel

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Corporate Counsel in our Hughes Network Systems division. This attorney will provide day-to-day legal, contractual and regulatory advice, drafting and negotiation primarily in support of the Hughes International and Mobilesat business groups. This position reports to the VP – International Contracts responsible for International/Mobilsat business groups and Anti-Bribery Compliance. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, NDAs, and other agreements with customers, sales representatives, resellers, distributors, subcontractors, suppliers and other business partners
• Providing accurate and timely day-to-day legal advice and guidance on a variety of matters in relation to contracts and applicable laws and regulations affecting the business, including telecommunications, trade compliance, anti-corruption/anti-money laundering, data privacy, etc.
• Coordinating with subject matter experts within the Legal Department on various topics including international subsidiary management, corporate governance, trade compliance, communications regulatory, data privacy and other pertinent topic areas
• Serving as liaison for in-house counsel supporting international subsidiaries
• Collaborating with stakeholders in the business unit and various relevant functional and operational groups, providing guidance on contract interpretation and resolving contract disagreements and disputes
• Assisting with due diligence, background checks, and training of potential international business partners, sales representatives and other third-party intermediaries
• Developing and delivering relevant training to the business
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
• 4-6 years of legal experience with a law firm or at a company working on commercial contracts and/or international business transactions for multinational companies. 
• Travel: 10% or less.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Telecommunications or satellite industry experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be engaged and interact with all levels of staff.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to work efficiently while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Display a high degree of integrity, personal judgment, and confidentiality.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.