Legal Counsel, Compliance - Washington DC, United States - Verizon

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When you join Verizon

Verizon is one of the world's leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world.

We're a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes.

In crisis and in celebration, we come together-lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward.

Verizon is seeking an experienced and talented lawyer/regulatory professional to join its Federal Regulatory & Legal Affairs group. The group's primary practice areas include federal regulatory and legislative matters and related litigation for all Verizon business units.

Working with the business and policy teams to develop and advocate positions that advance company's interest before the FCC, NTIA, ITU and other federal, state and international agencies and regulators.

This will involve developing and handling complex legal, factual, technical, and economic issues.
Managing a docket of rulemakings and other regulatory proceedings addressing matters of interest to Verizon.

Developing and maintaining productive relationships with external stakeholders, including at trade groups, within regulatory bodies, at public interest organizations, and at other third parties.

Developing regulatory strategy, writing and editing comments, and preparing for, managing, and conducting regulatory proceedings.

Providing legal support to federal and state legislative team in advocating on legislation with potential regulatory impact on Verizon's businesses.

Assisting in the formulation of business and regulatory solutions to problems that expose the company to risk.
Providing counseling to various business groups to eliminate, or comply with, regulatory obligations.
JD degree and six or more years of relevant work experience.
Three years of work experience at a top tier law firm or with state or federal government.
Experience with complex litigation, federal or state regulatory and administrative proceedings, and/or government investigations.
Willingness to travel up to 25%, including internationally.
Academic record, including high performance at top tier law school
Writing and oral advocacy skills.
Experience in RF network architecture, engineering, and operations.
Regulatory experience (particularly with FCC and ITU).

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status.

At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #