Business Development Director, South Korea

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 55 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 and Government 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 Satellite fleet consists of 12 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 The Business Development Director will develop and execute Business Development Strategies for Telesat Lightspeed LEO Services and Solutions and lead country operations in South Korea.This position reports to the Senior Sales Director, APAC and is responsible for aligning Telesat Lightspeed business development objectives with the company’s business strategy and business plan in Korea.Main

Responsibilities: Execute the South Korea market strategy for satellite connectivity and services in coordination with APAC HQ in Singapore and Global HQ in Ottawa Develop revenues and backlog with South Korean telcos, MNOs, ISPs, and Civil and Defence Government service providers Play a key role in developing strategic partnerships and wholesale agreements as well as complex contract negotiations Maintain senior‑level relationships with key customers and partners Map out and engage with relevant defence, governmental, telcos and l