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Aviation Legal Counsel

airBaltic · Riga, Latvia · Onsite · €4,500 - €6,500/year

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Position Overview

Location: Riga, Latvia

Compensation: €4,500 - €6,500/year

Position: Senior

Type: Job

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Deadline: May 19, 2026

Job Description

airBaltic is seeking an Aviation Legal Counsel to handle aircraft leasing, regulatory compliance, and commercial aviation agreements. You will be the primary legal advisor on aviation-specific matters for Latvia's national airline.

Responsibilities

Negotiate and draft aircraft lease, purchase, and maintenance agreements. Advise on compliance with EASA and Latvian Civil Aviation Agency regulations. Handle passenger rights claims under EU Regulation 261/2004. Support route licensing and slot allocation matters at Riga International Airport.

Requirements

Master's degree in law. At least 5 years of experience in aviation or transport law. Familiarity with the Chicago Convention, EU aviation regulations, and Latvian Aviation Law. Experience with aircraft leasing and financing is highly desirable. Fluent in Latvian and English.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

€4,500 - €6,500/year

Practice Area

General Legal

Position

Senior

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: airBaltic Hiring Team

Application Deadline

May 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full time