Description:

What You'll Do:
An American Communications Company seeks an attorney for its government and regulatory affairs group, to be based in Washington, D.C. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and executing the company's advocacy and regulatory strategy in the United States.

The Day-To-Day:
Job Responsibilities Include:

Working with other stakeholders to formulate adaptable company positions and strategies, including in response to significant developments in the legal and regulatory environment.
Advocating before government agencies such as the FCC and NTIA, as well as state PUCs.
Advancing company positions in preparation for and on US delegations to spectrum-related international conferences and meetings (e.g., ITU WRCs and Study Groups, CITEL PCC II, and related preparatory meetings), and in trade association discussions.
Crafting advocacy materials to effectively communicate An American Communications Company's positions to regulators and other partners.
Working with internal partners to prepare and prosecute applications for new spectrum access and operating authority.
Drafting comments and written materials for ongoing regulatory proceedings.
Conducting legal research and preparing related analyses for consumption by internal and external partners.
Supporting litigation and other contested proceedings as the need arises.
Collaborating with external counsel and consultants to maintain alignment between external advocacy and company positions.

What You'll Need:

8+ years of experience in the field of government and regulatory affairs; preference for at least 5 years of experience specifically with FCC matters.
Ability to think strategically and advocate clearly and concisely, both in writing and when speaking.
Excellent administrative and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy, together with the ability to run simultaneous projects under pressure.
Exceptional communication abilities; ask clear questions and receive needed answers from partners, government, and counsel.
Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Ability to operate effectively as part of a team and to consistently meet deadlines.
Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
This is an onsite role based out of our Washington DC office.

What will help you on the job
Experience working in the technology industry or SATCOM