Who We Are:
Bandwidth delivers world-class messaging, voice, and emergency service connectivity for the world’s biggest brands. We are the APIs and global network behind the platforms that the Global 2000’s use to power their internal communications, contact center platforms, apps, and software. We transform interactions for top-tier orgs—and we do it on a global scale. We’re the only ones who marry the power of our global network with the control and agility offered by our enterprise-grade APIs. Unmatched reliability meets unparalleled control. That’s the Bandwidth way.
At Bandwidth, your music matters when you are part of the BAND. We celebrate differences and encourage BANDmates to be their authentic selves. #jointheband
What We Are Looking For:
We seek a VP, Global Regulatory with extensive experience in U.S.and international telecommunications laws and regulations and managing legal teams across diverse geographic locations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to help lead Bandwidth through complex regulatory and operational challenges for our global operations.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and align regulatory imperatives with Bandwidth’s strategy and go-to-market initiatives.
- Oversee the team of attorneys and legal professionals that advises the business on a wide range of communications law matters, including regulatory compliance, contract support and global communication service management.
- Lead, coach, and manage a geographically dispersed team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the team's success and alignment with company goals.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior leaders, business units, and cross-functional teams, to manage global regulatory issues.
- Partner with Bandwidth’s Global Public Policy team to oversee the implementation of regulatory policies, procedures, and best practices to mitigate risks to support Bandwidth’s communications services in jurisdictions around the world.
- Oversee relationships and arrangements with external regulatory counsel on a global scale.
- Identify and highlight significant industry trends, legislative developments, and emerging legal issues impacting the telecommunications sector to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
What You Need:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
- At least seven to ten years of relevant legal experience with a focus on U.S. and international communications law, preferably in a public company setting.
- Proven experience managing legal teams in a global environment, with a strong ability to foster collaboration and drive results.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and across diverse cultures.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to provide sound legal advice in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances with a solutions-oriented approach.
The Whole Person Promise:
At Bandwidth, we’re pretty proud of our corporate culture, which is rooted in our “Whole Person Promise.” We promise all employees that they can have meaningful work AND a full life, and we provide a work environment geared toward enriching your body, mind, and spirit. How do we do that? Well…
- Work laptop & mobile phone with a competitive subscription plan, and an internet allowance to support the costs of the Internet at home.
- We contribute 8% of your monthly gross salary to your private pension.
- Income protection plan to ensure you’ll receive a regular income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Life insurance provides financial support to your loved ones in the event of your unexpected passing.
- Health insurance, with extensive coverage, a simple claim process, and the possibility to cover your life partner and children.
- Extensive Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 counseling and support in all areas of life (personal and professional).
- Unlimited, free, and anonymous consultations with our dedicated therapist.
- Childcare support
- Cycle to work scheme
- 24 days annual leave per year and 1 additional day every 3 years.
- Time-Off Embargo. When you take time off (of any kind!) you’re embargoed from working. Bandmates and managers are not allowed to interrupt your time-off - not even with email.
- Additional time off can be earned throughout the year through volunteer hours and Bandwidth challenges.
- “Mahalo Moments” program grants additional time off for life’s most important moments like graduations, buying a first home, getting married, wedding anniversaries (every five years), and the birth of a grandchild.
- 90-minute Workout Lunches, contribution to your monthly fitness subscription, and unlimited virtual meetings with our very own nutritionist.
Are you excited about the position and its responsibilities, but not sure if you’re 100% qualified? Do you feel you can work to help us crush the mission? If you answered ‘yes’ to both of these questions, we encourage you to apply! You won’t want to miss the opportunity to be a part of the BAND.
