Telecom Regulatory Counsel (9-Month Maternity Cover)

1GLOBAL; Berlin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

1GLOBAL seeks an experienced Regulatory Counsel for a nine‑month maternity cover, joining our in‑house team in Amsterdam, Berlin, or Lisbon. You will advise on telecoms, platform and digital regulation, ensuring regulatory and consumer compliance across EU markets.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years PQE, fluency in English, and a strong regulatory background from top firms or in‑house roles. Start January 2027 with a view to ongoing opportunities depending on business needs.

Qualifications

• Admitted lawyer in EU/UK/US and eligible to practice law.
• 3–6 years post-qualification experience in telecoms, technology or digital regulation.
• Background at a top-tier law firm, regulator, or in-house in tech/telecoms.
• Deep knowledge of EU telecom and digital regulation; Dutch/German knowledge helpful.
• Fluent in English; additional Dutch/German is advantageous.
• Available to start January 2027 for ~9 months.

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory and compliance obligations across 1GLOBAL markets.
• Support licences, entry requirements, and regulatory strategies for expansion.
• Coordinate with product teams, external counsel, and regulators.
• Identify legal risks and help develop compliant policies.
• Track EU regulatory developments and provide strategic guidance.
• Ensure continuity of regulatory advice during the cover period.

Skills

English fluency

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory analysis

Regulatory strategy

Project management

Education

Admitted lawyer in EU/UK/US

Job description

About Us

1GLOBAL is a technology-driven global mobile communications provider helping enterprises and consumer brands deliver seamless connectivity worldwide. Powered by a best-in-class telecom platform, proprietary eSIM technology, and its own mobile core network across 15 countries, 1GLOBAL operates as a fully regulated telecommunications provider in 43 countries.

Founded in 2022, 1GLOBAL has rapidly become one of Europe’s fastest-growing telecom technology companies, connecting more than 80 million people and devices globally. Our customers include leading banks, multinational enterprises, global retailers, travel companies, payment service providers, and digital-first businesses.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, with R&D hubs in Lisbon, Berlin, and São Paulo, 1GLOBAL employs over 550 professionals across 16 countries. With annual revenues exceeding US$200 million and a strong track record of profitability, we continue to invest in innovation, infrastructure, and international expansion as we redefine the future of global mobile connectivity.

About the Team

We seek an experienced and pragmatic Regulatory Counsel to join our in-house legal team in Amsterdam, Berlin, or Lisbon to support the business on a broad range of telecommunications and digital regulatory matters across the EU and other key international markets.

This is a temporary, fixed-term position to cover a period of maternity leave, for an expected duration of approximately 9 months starting in January 2027. The successful candidate will ensure continuity of regulatory support to the business during this period, with the possibility of an ongoing role at the expiry of the period covered.

This role will suit a lawyer with strong experience in telecoms regulation, platform regulation and digital compliance, who is ready to work in a fast-paced, international tech environment.

The emphasis of this role is advising 1GLOBAL on the law that is specific to the telecommunications industry with equal focus across all 1GLOBAL countries. You should have a sound knowledge of the European Electronic Communications Code.

About the Role

• Advise internal stakeholders on regulatory and compliance obligations across all countries in which 1GLOBAL operates concerning the telecoms and digital space, including areas such as:
• Electronic communications services (EECC and national implementation);
• Platform regulation (e.g. DSA, DMA);
• Content regulation (e.g. illegal and harmful content, CSAM rules);
• Cybersecurity (e.g. NIS2);
• Data privacy (GDPR);
• Roaming, MVNO licensing, spectrum allocation;
• Consumer protection.
• Advise on licence applications and entry regulatory requirements in respect of countries into which the business is considering expansion;
• Work regularly with the product team, particularly in relation to new services and new 1GLOBAL countries, to monitor and proactively advise on regulatory compliance, product compliance and consumer laws;
• Identify and evaluate forms of legal risk for the business and assist in developing policies and/or a compliance framework for the business;
• Liaise with external counsel internationally to assist in providing effective and cost‑efficient legal advice and services to the company in multiple jurisdictions;
• Support the launch and operation of products and services in compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks;
• Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, and consultations;
• Track regulatory developments across the EU and provide strategic advice on their business impact;
• Engage with regulatory authorities and contribute to responses to public consultations;
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in legal, network and product teams;
• Manage the existing portfolio of regulatory matters during the cover period, ensuring continuity of advice to the business, and prepare a clear and structured handover on the return of the permanent post-holder.

About You

Must Have

• Admission as a lawyer in an EU jurisdiction or the UK or US;
• 3–6 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally with a focus on telecoms, technology, or digital regulation;
• Background at a top-tier law firm, telecoms regulator, or in-house in a tech or telecoms company;
• Deep knowledge of EU telecom and digital regulation; familiarity with Dutch or another EU country-specific regulatory environment is a plus;
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to translate complex regulation into clear business guidance;
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Dutch and/or German is advantageous but not essential;
• Proactive, commercially minded, and able to work independently in a cross-functional environment;
• Ability to work autonomously and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively with limited oversight, efficiently and quickly, yet also being able to participate as a team player;
• Be highly organised with the ability to prioritise assistance on projects and contracts from inception through to completion, all with strong attention to detail;
• Ability to get up to speed quickly and add value from day one, and availability to start in January 2027 and commit to the full duration of the fixed-term contract.

Nice to Have

• In-house experience;
• Experience working for or engaging directly with a telecommunications regulatory authority;
• IP law experience or litigation experience;
• A keen interest in technology.

Why 1GLOBAL?

• Growth Opportunities: Advance your career in one of the fastest growing telecommunications companies, expanding over 50% year-on-year under the leadership of successful tech entrepreneurs.
• Major Transaction Exposure: Be in the driver’s seat for transactions that will have an impact on the future telco industry.
• Work with a Talented Team: From the Board and the Founders to the Senior Management Team, you will collaborate daily with the most capable and renowned external advisors and constantly being exposed to talented and driven individuals.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced workplace where innovation is encouraged, and every contribution counts.
• Professional Development: Work alongside industry experts to enhance your skills and knowledge in a cutting-edge field.
• International Experience: Gain opportunities to work in different 1GLOBAL offices around the world as you grow within the company.
• Open Communication Culture: Join a team where your ideas are heard, and open dialogue is encouraged, fostering a supportive and transparent work environment.
• Get Things Done Attitude: Be part of a results-driven team that values efficiency, creativity, and the drive to make a tangible impact in the industry.

1GLOBAL is an equal opportunity employer, we value your character as much as your talent. Diversity drives our innovation, and we offer a collaborative, dynamic, and international work environment. We are excited for you to join our mission to revolutionise connectivity globally.

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