What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Market Access and Spectrum Policy - LATAM position at Telesat Corporation?
Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX : TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company's state-of-the-art fleet consists of 15 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading Telesat's engagement with regulators in Latin America, with the aim to facilitate, obtain and protect market access and spectrum rights for Telesat's satellites and services and in relation to ITU activities and other regulatory related requirements.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Directly engage with national regulatory authorities in the region
- Secure new licenses / authorizations and maintain existing ones, either directly or through a distribution channel
- Prepare documentation in support of the license / authorization application process
- Engage in complex negotiations in order to influence and optimize the domestic / regional regulatory framework
- Provide regulatory support to the commercial team and to the distribution partners for market access in the region
- Lead or support domestic / regional consultations / industry actions / coalitions that may impact Telesat market and spectrum access
- Represent Telesat in American regional forums such as Citel and international forums such as the ITU to promote Telesat interests
- Assist with market access in other regions as required
- Identify and develop proposals to ensure Telesat regulatory long-term interests are protected
- Provide key inputs to short and long range planning in support of corporate development
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
DECISION MAKING & SUPERVISION
WORKING CONDITIONS
Please note this role requires government clearances, please ensure that you qualify when applying.
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