Regulatory Executive

Philippine Long Distance; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Philippine Long Distance is seeking a Regulatory Executive to lead compliance with KP Law and related telecom regulations. This role will draft and review regulatory filings, provide expert opinions, and coordinate with NTC, DICT, and government agencies to ensure policy alignment and licensing continuity.

The ideal candidate has law qualification, bar membership, and experience in highly regulated telecom environments, supporting senior teams and mentoring junior lawyers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree required.
• Successfully passed the Philippine Bar Examination.
• Member in good standing of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP).

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and interpret KP Law, IRR, and related telecom regulations.
• Provide timely and actionable legal opinions on regulatory requirements affecting wireless, broadband, and emerging technologies.
• Draft and review submissions and regulatory filings to NTC, DICT, and other agencies.
• Coordinate regulatory consultations, public hearings, and working groups on KP Law, spectrum management, and infrastructure development.
• Support advocacy initiatives to promote PLDT’s and SMART’s regulatory positions.
• Assist in management and monitoring of spectrum allocations, assignments, and renewals.
• Provide guidance on tower fees, underground cabling, right-of-way, and local government ordinances.
• Identify regulatory risks from new legislation and suggest mitigations.
• Collaborate with Network, Government Relations, and Corporate Affairs for regulatory alignment.
• Mentor junior lawyers and strengthen internal regulatory bench.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree

Bar examination passed

IBP membership

Job description

Regulatory Executive

Company : Philippine Long Distance
Job Type : Full Time Philippines

Job Description - Regulatory Executive

Short Description

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree
• Successfully passed the Philippine Bar Examination
• Member in good standing of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP)

Work Experience

WORK EXPERIENCE

• With extensive experience in handling regulatory compliance of a highly regulated industry.

1. Monitor, analyze, and interpret the Konektadong Pinoy Act (KP Law), its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), and other issuances in relation thereto, as well as other related telecom and ICT regulations.
2. Provide timely and actionable legal opinions on regulatory requirements affecting wireless, broadband, and emerging technologies.
3. Draft and review submissions, reports, and regulatory filings to the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), DICT, and other relevant agencies.
4. Coordinate and participate in regulatory consultations, public hearings, and working groups concerning the KP Law, spectrum management, and infrastructure development.
5. Support advocacy initiatives to promote PLDT’s and SMART’s position in regulatory and policy matters.
6. Assist in the management and monitoring of spectrum allocations, assignments, and renewals.
7. Provide legal guidance on issues involving tower fees, underground cabling, right-of-way, and local government regulatory ordinances.
8. Identify potential regulatory risks arising from new legislation or administrative issuances and recommend mitigation strategies.
9. Work closely with senior regulatory personnel nearing retirement to ensure structured handover and continuity of institutional knowledge.
10. Collaborate with Network, Government Relations, and Corporate Affairs teams to ensure alignment of regulatory compliance and operational strategies.
11. Contribute to developing internal bench strength and mentoring junior lawyers in regulatory practice.

About the Company

Philippine Long Distance

Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT) is the leading telecommunications provider in the Philippines with approximately 41 wireless subscribers and nearly 2 million fixed lines. PLDT offers primarily prepaid mobile services under the Smart, Talk 'N Text, and CURE brands; it also offers mo...