Provide in-house legal support for a fiber-optic communications company, handling contract drafting and negotiation, regulatory compliance monitoring, litigation support, legal research, policy development, and cross-functional counsel to business teams.
CORPORATE COUNSEL, TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Department: Legal
Reports To: General Counsel
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the General Counsel, we're looking for a sharp, driven, and adaptable attorney to join our in-house legal team. This is a great opportunity for an individiual who wants to make a direct impact in the dynamic, rapidly evolving, fiber optic communications industry. This is a fully remote, U.S.-based position.
This role is ideal for a versatile legal expert who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable handling a broad mix of legal subject areas and responsibilities. As a key contributor to the company's operational success, you will ensure our high-velocity deployment and commercial initiatives are built upon a solid, compliant legal foundation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
In this essential role, you will be a key contributor to our legal operations, focusing on a combination of the following critical areas:
Vero Fiber was formed to fill a need in unserviceable and underserved communities where access to affordable, reliable broadband simply does not exist. Our goal is to bring the highest quality fiber optic-based broadband services to these communities. In addition, Vero strives to enhance communities by becoming an active partner in these communities by adding jobs, supporting local causes, and helping improve the connectivity of schools and rural healthcare as well.
NOTICES
Vero participates in E-Verify. Vero will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information about E-Verify, please visit: www.e-verify.gov
This position requires the ability to pass a standard background check upon offer of position.
At least 2 professional references are required.
Department: Legal
Reports To: General Counsel
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the General Counsel, we're looking for a sharp, driven, and adaptable attorney to join our in-house legal team. This is a great opportunity for an individiual who wants to make a direct impact in the dynamic, rapidly evolving, fiber optic communications industry. This is a fully remote, U.S.-based position.
This role is ideal for a versatile legal expert who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable handling a broad mix of legal subject areas and responsibilities. As a key contributor to the company's operational success, you will ensure our high-velocity deployment and commercial initiatives are built upon a solid, compliant legal foundation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
In this essential role, you will be a key contributor to our legal operations, focusing on a combination of the following critical areas:
- Contract Management: Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of agreements, including vendor contracts, master service, non-disclosure, and real estate agreements (e.g., leases and rights-of-way), ensuring they align with our business goals and risk profile.
- Regulatory Compliance: Help maintain our compliance framework by monitoring changes in applicable laws and regulations and assisting with internal compliance programs and reporting at the local, state, and federal level.
- Litigation Support: Provide support for litigation matters, including managing diligence, coordinating with outside counsel, preparing internal documents, and organizing matter files.
- General Legal Support: Conduct legal research, provide guidance to internal business teams on legal matters and strategy, and help develop and maintain company policies and procedures.
- A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with bar admission in good standing in at least one U.S. state.
- Prior experience in telecommunications or a related regulated industry strongly preferred.
- Proven ability in at least one of the primary areas listed above (contracts, regulatory compliance, litigation).
- Proven ability to support internal legal functions, including managing internal matter tracking, coordinating with cross functional business teams, and interfacing with outside counsel on litigation or regulatory matters.
- Exceptional ability to research, analyze complex legal issues, and provide clear, actionable advice.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven track record of effectively negotiating with external parties and clearly advising internal stakeholders.
- There is no travel required for this position.
- This position requires the ability to sit and work at a desk for extended periods of time, using a computer and other office equipment.
- This position requires the ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as typing or using a mouse, for extended periods of time.
- The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday during normal business hours, with weeknight and weekend availability as needed to fulfill the corde duties of the role.
- This position is Remote.
- This is an Exempt position.
- This is a staff position.
- Base pay is paid at an annual salary rate. The range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000.
- This position is bonus eligible. The annual target bonus percentage depends on experience.
- Paid Life Insurance, medical plans, PTO, holidays.
- Dental and vision options.
- 401(k) with match.
Vero Fiber was formed to fill a need in unserviceable and underserved communities where access to affordable, reliable broadband simply does not exist. Our goal is to bring the highest quality fiber optic-based broadband services to these communities. In addition, Vero strives to enhance communities by becoming an active partner in these communities by adding jobs, supporting local causes, and helping improve the connectivity of schools and rural healthcare as well.
NOTICES
Vero participates in E-Verify. Vero will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information about E-Verify, please visit: www.e-verify.gov
This position requires the ability to pass a standard background check upon offer of position.
At least 2 professional references are required.
Vero Networks Boulder, Colorado, USA Office
1023 Walnut St, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302
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