Lead Counsel

Meta•Washington, DC

About The Position

Meta seeks a highly experienced commercial transactions lawyer who thrives in a deadline- focused environment and can drive execution of contracts to support the network infrastructure team in the US. In this role, you will handle commercial negotiations and regulatory issues related to the development and operation of communications infrastructure that is critical to Meta’s services, business operations and AI aspirations. You will work closely with legal and cross-functional colleagues from various areas that include, tax, finance, engineering and other teams to ensure our contracts are well-calibrated across relevant areas of risk and are reflective of the company’s policies and risk tolerance.

Requirements

Law degree and practicing certificate (or equivalent), in a common law jurisdiction
AI native
5+ years of experience structuring, drafting and negotiating technical infrastructure and/or telecommunications agreements, as in-house or external counsel
Solid research, analytical, drafting and negotiation skills along with business judgment and strategic thinking skills
Diligent, well organized with experience to manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
Experience communicating effectively and a commitment to professionalism and collegiality
To succeed in this role, you will need to manage competing priorities, have research, analytical and communication skills and be an effective negotiator

Nice To Haves

Telecom network terrestrial and subsea cable commercial transactional experience.
telecom regulatory experience

Responsibilities

Structure, draft and negotiate a broad range of agreements in support of the expansion of Meta’s network infrastructure, including joint build agreements and supply contracts for the construction of fiber-optic cable systems, dark fiber leases and IRUs, colocation, and cloud networking agreements
Research and analyze state and federal rules and regulations impacting Meta’s network infrastructure projects
Use AI tools to leverage your performance and enhance productivity
Collaborate with partner teams (e.g., Finance, Tax, Compliance) and external counsel to ensure contracts meet cross-functional organizational requirements while meeting business timing and commercial needs
Develop and maintain effective relationships with key clients and cross-functional partners
Provide well-calibrated, solid and practical business and legal advice