Vice President, Legal & Regulatory Affairs

The Vice President, Legal & Regulatory Affairs will join a team that leads the association’s advocacy efforts before regulatory agencies, courts, and other government entities. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, an excellent writer, well-organized, and flexible with an ability to simultaneously work on a variety of complex policy matters. They will regularly engage with our members, partners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to advance USTelecom’s mission, agenda, visibility, leadership, and growth.

Responsibilities

Implement a focused strategic advocacy plan for priority issues critical to our members’ business interests; Coordinate and lead regular meetings with USTelecom members; Draft regulatory pleadings before government agencies; Represent the association in meetings with policymakers and external organizations; Raise the industry’s and association’s presence, impact, and thought leadership through active participation in professional advocacy and media events; Collaborate closely across teams within the association, with our members, and with external stakeholders to maximize USTelecom’s impact

Requirements

6+ years of experience in the legal profession and/or in relevant policy roles; Experience working on issues relevant to the broadband/internet/technology community; Knowledge of federal communications law, regulatory process, and agency workings; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Strong organizational skills; Positive attitude and strong work ethic; Collaborative working style and commitment to a respectful, collegial, high-performing workplace

Nice to have

Knowledge and experience related to wireline policy and legal issues; Prior government experience related to communications/technology policy; J.D.

Benefits

Competitive salary; Generous benefits package; Flexible, collaborative, team-oriented and hybrid work environment; Metro-accessible location in Washington DC