Telecom Regulatory Affairs Lead

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

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.