• Application Deadline: Tue, 6 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Advisor - Special Project Next Gen Regulations.Corporate Services and Sustainability



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• City Ikoyi




• Job Field Law / Legal 
  
  

Mission:

• Provide strategic regulatory support for special projects and next-generation technologies by aligning MTNN’s operations with evolving regulatory frameworks and industry trends in a dynamic telecommunications landscape to ensure business sustainability.

Description:

• Support the Manager in providing regulatory guidance on colocation and infrastructure services (C/IS), network-as-a-service (NAAS), international connectivity, fiber infrastructure, and other strategic projects.


• Assist in analyzing regulatory risks and developing strategies to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements while aligning special projects with business objectives.


• Conduct research on global and regional regulatory trends, preparing reports and insights to support strategic decision-making on emerging technologies and digital transformation.


• Provide regulatory input on C/IS, NAAS, and next-generation regulatory frameworks, including AI governance, cybersecurity, data privacy, and digital services regulation.


• Engage with internal stakeholders to support regulatory compliance in the structuring and execution of strategic projects, ensuring adherence to licensing and industry regulations.


• Assist in tracking and mitigating regulatory risks related to infrastructure sharing, colocation and tower operations, and other key strategic initiatives.


• Support the facilitation of regulatory approvals for business initiatives, including licensing, service quality, competition, and consumer protection requirements.


• Help coordinate engagement with regulatory authorities, government institutions, and industry bodies to advocate for policies that promote digital innovation and business sustainability.


• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and position papers to assist senior leadership in navigating regulatory challenges and opportunities.


• Monitor policy shifts and regulatory changes, providing recommendations to mitigate risks and optimize business operations.


• Assist in the implementation of regulatory compliance strategies for strategic projects, ensuring alignment with the company's transition from Telco to TechCo.


• Support the Manager in representing the company’s regulatory interests at relevant fora and in discussions with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and industry associations.


• Contribute to internal regulatory training and awareness initiatives to enhance compliance and strategic alignment across business units.

Education:

• First degree in Law (Specialization in Technology Law/Policy preferred) 


• Called to the Nigerian Bar 


• Articulate and Advanced in English communication (reading, writing, speaking and listening)

Experience:

3 - 7 years’ experience which includes;

• Minimum of 3 years’ legal experience in a law firm / as in-house counsel in a relevant area of specialisation with experience of working in cross-functional teams.


• Experience working in a medium sized organization