Regulatory Counsel (Telecom)

Revolut; Portugal; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolut, the global fintech, seeks a Regulatory Counsel (Telecom) in Portugal to navigate the intersection of fintech and telecommunications on a global scale. This mid-to-senior, in-house role partners with product, compliance and marketing teams to shape regulatory strategy for mobile and fixed services.

You will design scalable legal processes, lead regulatory engagement, and manage high-stakes matters with tight deadlines while maintaining robust risk controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE in telecom regulatory law or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in consumer rights and telecom products (mobile and fixed services).
• Solid understanding of telecom regulations and international service offerings.
• Experience engaging with regulatory bodies.
• Academic excellence and prior experience with leading law firms.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable legal processes for telecom products.
• Lead legal strategy for telecom product development, growth initiatives and marketing campaigns.
• Handle complex, high-stakes regulatory matters with short turnaround times.
• Identify, assess, manage and report on operational and telecom compliance risks.

Skills

Regulatory expertise

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Strong academic records

Job description

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5+ years of PQE; Expertise in consumer rights and advising on telecom products (mobile and fixed electronic communications); Solid understanding of telecom regulations and international service offers; Experience engaging with regulators; Excellent academic and law firm credentials.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Complete Guide: Regulatory Counsel (Telecom) at Revolut (Portugal)

Revolut, the global financial super-app serving over 75 million customers worldwide, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Regulatory Counsel (Telecom) to join its growing legal team in Portugal. This full-time, mid-to-senior level position is ideal for legal professionals looking to navigate the complex intersection of fintech and telecommunications on a global scale.

Role Overview & Key Responsibilities

The Legal team at Revolut is responsible for turning regulatory complexity into business clarity. As a Regulatory Counsel specializing in Telecom, you will partner with cross-functional teams to develop innovative mobile offerings while ensuring strict compliance with local and international telecom regulations. Key responsibilities include:

• Process Building: Designing and implementing scalable legal processes specifically tailored for telecom products.
• Product Development: Leading legal strategy for telecom product development, growth initiatives, and marketing campaigns.
• Execution: Handling highly complex, high-stakes legal matters with short turnaround times.
• Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, managing, and reporting on operational and telecom compliance risks.

Eligibility & Requirements

To be considered for this prestigious in-house role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Experience: 5+ years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE).
• Specialization: Proven expertise in consumer rights and advising on telecom products, including mobile and fixed electronic communications services.
• Regulatory Knowledge: A solid understanding of telecom regulations and international service offerings, alongside experience directly engaging with regulatory bodies.
• Credentials: Exceptional academic records and prior experience working with top-tier law firms.
• Soft Skills: Strong stakeholder management, exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain composure under pressure.

About Revolut & Culture

Certified as a Great Place to Work™, Revolut boasts a diverse global workforce of over 13,000 employees. The company is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, operating under a structured D&I Framework established in 2021 to foster an equitable and collaborative workplace environment.