Senior Regulatory Counsel

Cogeco Connexion; Morgantown (WV); Remote; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company seeks a skilled legal professional to manage regulatory matters and advocate for compliance. In this strategic role, you will draft policy submissions and provide expert advice on telecommunications regulations. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and fostering genuine connections. This position offers a vibrant workplace culture with opportunities for growth and development. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-growing industry, where your contributions will help shape the future of communication services.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan eligibility

Tuition Reimbursement

Headspace Membership

Discounted broadband services

Employee Bonus Plan

Comprehensive Flex Work Policy

Qualifications

• 4+ years of legal practice experience required.
• Excellence in written and oral communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact on regulatory matters and draft submissions.
• Advise management on legislation and compliance activities.

Skills

Written Advocacy

Oral Communication

Legal Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

Time Type: Regular

Job Description

About Our Company

Breezeline is a dynamic, innovative company providing the very best Internet, TV, and Voice service to the US markets we serve. We are ‘Above And Beyonders’, who consistently strive to surprise and delight our customers by doing the unexpected. We continually look for new and better ways to enrich our customers’ lives through connected and memorable experiences.

As the eighth-largest cable operator in the United States, Breezeline reaches more than 1.7 million homes and businesses in 13 states with Internet, TV, Voice and fiber services. Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Breezeline is a subsidiary of Cogeco Communications Inc. (TSX:CCA).

Why Work At Breezeline?

As one of the country’s fast-growing Internet service providers, Breezeline offers our colleagues a vibrant workplace culture and excellent career opportunities. As a proudly diverse and inclusive organization, we believe that every person’s unique individuality should be welcomed and celebrated, and their abilities and potential should be honored and recognized. It is a key part of our culture to actively promote opportunities internally to ensure that you are never static in your career with us.

Internal Values – How we act

We’re proud that Breezeline is unlike any other employer in the industry. We work hard, but we never lose sight of the big picture. We understand that our colleagues are looking for more than just a great job – they want an extraordinary life – and at Breezeline, we want to make that a reality.

And here is how we do it.

• Fun: We laugh a lot. It makes every day brighter, and if you don’t love what you do, you’re not doing it right.

• Job flexibility: We think everything you do matters – at work and home.

• Discounted services: We offer our customers some fantastic services, and we think you deserve to enjoy them in your home, too.

• Total Rewards: Let’s be honest, everyone wants to make a good salary. We offer attractive total rewards and a great culture to go along with it. We’ve got you and your family covered with one of the best packages in the business.

• Career evolution: At Breezeline, you get more than just a job. You get all the tools you need to learn, grow, and achieve your career goals!

• Cutting-edge technology: Do you have a passion for technology? Great, we do, too. At Breezeline, you will get the opportunity to manage, influence, play, create, fix, and re-shape the industry.

Position Profile:

Reporting to the Vice President, Regulatory and Corporate Affairs, you will be responsible for drafting policy submissions on telecommunications and broadcasting matters before the FCC and other public bodies. You will also be called upon to provide advice to our business and will collaborate with team members across the 13 U.S. states in which we operate to advance our interests. This is a position of considerable strategic importance, since effective regulatory advocacy and compliance with our legal and regulatory obligations is essential to the successful pursuit of our business objectives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Acting as primary point of contact on regulatory matters at Breezeline, including on issues relating to the provision of broadband, wireline and wireless telephony, and video services.

• Drafting Breezeline’s submissions for public proceedings conducted before administrative and government bodies, including the FCC.

• Delivering timely analysis of regulatory rules and decisions and assessing proposed regulatory strategies.

• Advising senior management and their business units on new legislation at the federal and state levels, regulations and supporting compliance activities.

• Supporting public affairs and government relations activities by providing strategic input and subject matter expertise.

• Ensuring regulatory filing compliance.

• Serving as Breezeline representative to external groups and trade associations, as required.

• Liaising with external counsel as needed to address complex legal and regulatory issues and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

Qualifications

• Possess 4+ years experience practicing law.

• Demonstrated excellence in both written advocacy and oral communication.

• Proven ability to effectively manage complex legal matters involving cross-functional stakeholders, prioritize concurrent assignments, and exercise sound judgment under significant time constraints.

• Adept at evaluating and balancing business imperatives against regulatory considerations, and formulating legally sound solutions that advance organizational objectives.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Medical coverage (including prescription and vision plans)

• Dental coverage

• Life Insurance (1x salary at no cost to employee)

• Long and short-term disability insurance (no cost to employee)

• Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance

• Company recognized Holidays with additional Floating Holidays

• Paid Time Off (PTO) programs

• Comprehensive Flex Work Policy

• 401(k) plan eligibility (company match 50% up to 5% of eligible contributions)

• Participation in the Employee Bonus Plan

• Participation in the Cogeco Stock Purchase Plan

• Complimentary and discounted broadband services (for those in our service area)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Headspace Membership

• Opportunities for LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for select colleagues

This remote position is open to individuals residing within the organization's footprint, which includes the following locations:

• Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.

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Location: Quincy, MA

Company: Breezeline

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at [e-mail]