Hydrosat is a space and data analytics company building a new Earth observation constellation and software platform to unlock the power of thermal infrared imagery. Our mission is to deliver high-resolution thermal insights that help governments, defense agencies, agribusinesses, and other decision-makers better manage water, agriculture, climate resilience, and critical infrastructure.
With operations in the United States and Luxembourg, Hydrosat combines cutting-edge satellite technology, geospatial analytics, and applied science to turn raw Earth observation data into actionable intelligence. As we scale our constellation, commercial footprint, and government partnerships across multiple jurisdictions, strong legal, corporate, and compliance foundations are essential to how we grow. We are looking for bright, ambitious, and collaborative people who want to help transform how space-based data is used in the real world.
Hydrosat is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to support our legal, corporate, and compliance function as the company scales across Europe and the United States. Reporting directly to our General Counsel, you will play a central role in supporting the in-house legal function across a wide array of efforts, including but not limited to contracts, regulatory compliance, strategic initiatives and entity management across a fast-moving, multi-jurisdictional space-technology business.
This is a broad, hands-on in-house role with significant ownership from day one. You will support critical corporate processes, provide important research, participate in export control efforts, and will have opportunities to partner with teams across the business to identify and manage legal risk. You will be exposed to work with leadership, finance, people operations, engineering, and commercial teams, as well as external counsel across multiple jurisdictions, with opportunities for career advancement.
Responsibilities may at times include the following:
Support corporate governance across Hydrosat’s group of entities in the United States, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands – support may include preparation of board and shareholder materials, resolutions, and minutes, and maintaining accurate corporate records and registers.
Manage entity lifecycle and statutory compliance for group companies, coordinating filings, registrations, and renewals with local corporate service providers and external counsel across jurisdictions.
Participate in planning for employee programs and benefits.
At times you may be requested to support fundraising, financing, and corporate transactions - assisting with due diligence, data room management, and the preparation and review of transaction documents.
Build, maintain, and improve Hydrosat’s compliance program, including export controls (e.g., U.S. ITAR/EAR and EU dual-use regulation), trade sanctions, anti-bribery and anti-corruption, and conflicts of interest.
Develop, roll out, and maintain internal policies, procedures, and training to embed a strong culture of compliance and governance across the organization.
Support data protection and privacy compliance (including GDPR) in partnership with relevant internal stakeholders and external advisors.
Monitor regulatory developments relevant to Earth observation, space activities, and data - including remote sensing, spectrum, and space-licensing requirements - and help assess their impact on the business.
Review, draft, and negotiate a range of commercial, corporate, and confidentiality agreements (NDAs, vendor, teaming, and intercompany arrangements), escalating complex matters as appropriate.
Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance to teams across the company, helping to identify, prioritize, and manage legal and regulatory risk.
Manage and coordinate external counsel across multiple jurisdictions, controlling scope, timelines, and cost.
Support the General Counsel on ad hoc legal, governance, and strategic projects as the company grows.
Requirements
A law degree and qualification to practice as a lawyer in a relevant jurisdiction - for example, a Master en Droit and admission as an avocat or jurist in Luxembourg or the EU, or a J.D. and bar admission in the United States.
5+ years of relevant legal experience gained in-house and/or in a reputable law firm or similar entity, with a focus on corporate, governance, and/or compliance matters.
Strong contract management, drafting, and editing skills – including significant experience with formal contract management systems and/or software.
Solid working knowledge of corporate law and governance, and a genuine interest in building compliance and regulatory frameworks in a multi-jurisdictional environment.
Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences.
Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders under deadline.
A pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset and the comfort to operate with autonomy in a fast-moving, scaling company.
High integrity, sound judgment, and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters.
Nice to Have
Experience with export controls and trade compliance (ITAR/EAR, EU dual-use), sanctions, or other regulated-technology environments.
Familiarity with equity and stock option administration, fundraising, or M&A processes.
Knowledge of Luxembourg corporate and employment law, or experience operating across EU and U.S. legal frameworks.
Exposure to the space, satellite, geospatial, defense, deep-tech, or data/SaaS sectors.
Working proficiency in French, German, or Luxembourgish (for Luxembourg-based candidates).
Benefits
Employee options
Health insurance: Medical, Vision, Dental
Flexible time off
Maternity, Paternity & Parental Leave
401K Matching
E-Verify
Hydrosat, Inc. participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees, as required by law.
EEO Statement
Hydrosat, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans throughout the hiring process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or by calling 202-630-9980.
Federal Contract Eligibility Requirement
Due to the nature of the work and applicable U.S. federal government contract requirements, this position is limited to individuals who are U.S. citizens. This requirement is mandated by the federal government and is not a discretionary employment policy. Proof of eligibility will be required as a condition of employment, consistent with applicable law.
Export Control/ITAR Compliance
This position may involve access to information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, the successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.62). Verification of eligibility will be required as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable law.
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