Associate Corporate Counsel

Associate Corporate Counsel | Ripple Fiber We are seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel to join our growing team in Charlotte, NC. About Ripple Fiber Our mission is to provide access to the best internet for life, while bridging the digital divide, using advanced technology aimed at improving people’s lives. Our technology has proven successful in other countries around the world and has provided ease of access to more opportunities from an education, entertainment, and employment perspective. We have achieved the above by providing faster, more stable fiber internet connection, providing each user with their own bandwidth without needing to share with anyone else. Simply put, the capacity of fiber is a lot faster than copper and is the internet of the future. Our aim is to provide this internet access to over 3 million homes over the next 7 years, across various states. About our Culture We are a dynamic fast-growing, fast-paced, innovative company filled with ambitious, self-starters with entrepreneurial mindsets. We are people centric and place emphasis on employee experience, career growth and development. About the Role Reporting to our Chief Legal Officer, this individual will provide comprehensive legal support across various business functions, focusing on employment law, litigation, and administrative regulatory law, particularly in relation to FCC regulations and telecommunications. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset, ready to navigate the legal landscape of high-speed fiber internet services. Responsibilities: Ensuring that the company adheres to telecommunications regulations and other relevant laws, including FCC regulations. Reviewing and drafting contracts, ensuring compliance with telecommunications regulations, and advising on corporate governance matters. Identifying and mitigating legal risks associated with business operations and strategic initiatives. Developing and implementing internal policies to ensure legal compliance and ethical business practices. Providing legal advice to management, HR, and other various departments on business strategies and market expansions. Protecting the company’s legal interests and providing guidance on legal rights and duties. Other duties as assigned. Experience: At least five years of experience in corporate law; telecommunications or regulatory compliance experience a plus. Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA accredited law school or recognized foreign law school, and admission to at least (1) one state bar. Experience with the telecommunications industry either at a law firm or in-house position highly preferred but not required. Familiarity with FCC regulations is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a team and engage with various business units. Experience with legal research tools and the ability to interpret complex legal documents. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package (including 401k packages), various perks and opportunities for growth and development. If you believe you are a fit from a role and culture perspective, please submit your resume, along with a cover letter for consideration. Ripple Fiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Ripple Fiber is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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