Senior Legal Executive Senior Legal Executive
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Agnikul Cosmos is an Indian space technology startup, incubated by the IIT-Madras and is headquartered at Chennai. Having successfully flown a vehicle with the world's first single-piece 3D-printed rocket engine, for which it holds a patent, the vision of Agnikul is to bring space within everyone’s reach, aiming to enable launches from Anywhere, Anytime, Affordably.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement solutions to address legal requirements related to the operations of the start-up
Identify and ensure compliance with licensing and permit requirements for launch activities across various jurisdictions.
Oversee the filing processes and monitor potential violations of the organisations Intellectual Property
Engage in critical negotiations and lobbying efforts with Governmental agencies to advocate for the company’s interests.
Provide specialised advice and guidance on the management of export-controlled commodities and services ensuring adherence to international and domestic export regulations.
Demonstrated ability to position the company as a key participant in International Organisations and committees through academic publications, and presentations.
Comprehensive knowledge and expertise in ITAR compliance and International Import-Export regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
8-15 years of experience in Corporate Law firm or Aviation/ Aerospace Industry
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Thorough knowledge of Contract Laws, Insurance Laws, Intellectual Property, and regulatory frameworks in Air and Space Law.
Proven ability to develop strategies for securing export authorisations and proficiently manage the approval process.
Experienced in drafting advisory and legal opinion requests for Government agencies.
Background in Aerospace and/or Marine industries.
Strong academic background with excellent skills in writing, communication, interpersonal relations, and organisation.
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