Associate General Counsel

Ziply Fiber•Kirkland, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Associate General Counsel to join our legal team in Kirkland, WA. This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in our Kirkland office. This position will provide strategic legal support across various facets of the business, with a focus on franchise agreements, pole attachment/joint use agreements and management, regulatory compliance, litigation management, and supporting the local government affairs team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in telecommunications law, including regulatory compliance, transactional support, and dispute resolution.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to a state bar.
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience as an attorney, with a significant portion of that time spent advising clients in the telecommunications industry or a closely related field.
In-depth knowledge of telecommunications law, including regulatory and transactional matters.
Proven experience drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements.
Strong litigation experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on pragmatic, business-minded solutions.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with or within a large telecommunications company or provider.
Familiarity with emerging technologies and their legal implications in the telecommunications space (e.g., 5G, broadband expansion).

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance: Advise on legal and regulatory issues related to telecommunications law, including Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations, state public utility laws, and industry-specific policies.
Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including franchise agreements, pole attachment/joint use agreements, and general agreements with municipal and external infrastructure organizations.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Manage and oversee the company’s litigation matters, including disputes related to telecommunications services, contracts, and regulatory compliance. Work closely with outside counsel as needed.
Mergers & Acquisitions: Assist in mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions, providing legal analysis and guidance through all stages of deal-making.
Risk Management: Provide advice on risk management strategies, identifying potential legal risks, and recommending steps to mitigate them.
Licensing and Permitting: Support and ensure compliance with applicable licenses, permits, and regulatory approvals needed to operate in various jurisdictions.
Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with internal departments, including regulatory affairs, government relations, and business development teams, to align legal strategies with business goals. Support local government affairs teams with municipal relations.
Policy Advocacy: Assist in the development of internal policies and participate in advocacy efforts on telecommunications-related legislative and regulatory matters.
Additional Duties: Performs other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization.