Regulatory Counsel

About this role

Who We Are:

At Bandwidth, we shape how the world connects. We're the global communications software company and Tier 1 network operator with global reach. The voice, messaging, and emergency services infrastructure behind the brands and apps you use every day.

Because we own the network we build on, the problems you'll solve here are bigger, more complex, and more impactful. And as communications shifts to AI, we're the infrastructure layer making it possible.

We call ourselves BANDmates because building something this big takes collaboration, different perspectives, and the freedom to bring your authentic self to the table.

We're experts who speak like humans. Ready to build what's next? #JoinTheBand

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a Regulatory Counsel to come and join our Global Regulatory Team, based in London, as we continue with exciting projects, facilitating communications worldwide.

As a Regulatory Counsel, you are responsible for ensuring legal and regulatory compliance in the countries of the coverage under your responsibility and the topics assigned to you. You will provide daily legal and regulatory advice with regard to Bandwidth products and operational processes, advising different business units and actively following up on any legal and regulatory changes that may impact the business.

You will propose actions to be taken in order to ensure compliance of Bandwidth products with the applicable laws in countries of coverage. You will negotiate different types of service agreements with suppliers and follow up on key regulatory topics globally. You will provide support with regard to any legal or regulatory research, analysis, or project to the business units and maintain all processes and regulatory information up to date.

You will report to the Director, Global Regulatory.

What You'll Do:

Regulatory and Compliance Work

• Be responsible and accountable for the maintenance of the regulatory conditions of the countries and topics assigned

• Analyse regulatory frameworks, monitor and advise on changes in the law that affect Bandwidth’s products and operational processes

• Advise on regulatory conditions, compliance strategies, and risks

• Research and draft regulatory documentation in a clear, comprehensive, and accurate manner

• Collaborate with internal parties, including Product, Carrier Relations, Engineering, Operations, etc. on cross-coverage and cross-functional regulatory topics

• Answer to internal and external questions related to the countries and topics assigned

• Liaise with appropriate external parties, including regulatory agencies, industry groups, etc.

• Review and negotiate supplier agreements supporting services in the countries of assigned coverage

• Review public consultations relevant to Bandwidth services, draft position papers, and liaise with the Global Policy team on strategies, submissions, etc.

• Source of truth and support to the Regulatory Operations, Compliance Operations, and other operational teams within Bandwidth

Projects and Go To Market Work

• Provide timely, comprehensive, and adequate support to business units on projects with regulatory impact, and go-to-market initiatives across the globe

Documentation and Administrative Support

• Create and maintain up-to-date regulatory documentation on a wide variety of electronic communications topics and ensure upkeep of regulatory archives in the countries of assigned coverage

• Ensure timely and accurate regulatory filings in the countries of assigned coverage

• Manage external counsel, including ensuring the right level of expertise and support is available when needed

Other

• Travel Expectation: Some travel may be required for this role to collaborate and liaise with internal and external parties in different regions

What You Need:

Education / Professional Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Law

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of work experience within the electronic communications market, preferably on regulatory topics in-house or in a law office practice

• Knowledge of and experience in voice, messaging, and numbering regulatory frameworks and issues is a strong plus

• Keen to work in an international tech company with colleagues all around the globe

Technical Knowledge:

• Working knowledge and understanding of voice over IP technologies and cloud communications

• Interest in and passion for communications and new technologies is a must

• Outstanding level of IT…