Corporate Counsel II

SBA Communications is a leading independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure, including towers, buildings, rooftops, DAS and small cells. We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package and are looking for team members who will thrive in our dynamic environment.

We welcome your interest in SBA. Let us know a little about you by checking all that apply:

• You are a self-starter.
• You are resourceful and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a strong work ethic.
• You are passionate and driven to achieve results.
• You are a team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment.
• You continuously challenge yourself to find innovative ways to improve.

You may be a perfect fit. At SBA, we operate with the highest sense of integrity and commitment to quality. We focus on achievement and operate with responsiveness, timeliness and accountability. Our culture of excellence incorporates working collegially, where every team member can contribute meaningfully and make a difference.

If you are ready to make an impact, join our team!

What You Will Do – Primary Responsibilities

• Preparation, review and negotiation of various customer agreements, including network infrastructure agreements, master service agreements and sales orders, leasing/licensing agreements, and letters of intent, as needed to support the Connectivity Solutions, Edge and Energy business teams.

• Preparation, review and negotiation of various supplier agreements, including software license agreements, non-disclosure agreements, back-to-back requirements with suppliers and/or service providers to support leasing/licensing agreements with customers, collaboration and teaming agreements (including consulting services agreements and statements of work), as requested by the Connectivity Solutions, Edge and Energy business teams.

• Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of all applicable agreements and regularly communicate with internal and external customers and vendors regarding contractual rights and obligations.

• Inform internal and external customers and vendors of project statuses, procedural requirements and changes that impact the business relationship. 

• Review of RFPs/RFQs and assist the Connectivity Solutions, Edge and Energy business teams with preparation of responses to the same.

• Assist the Connectivity Solutions, Edge and Energy business teams with preparation of approval packages for proposed new business initiatives.

• Collaborate with other departments on due diligence for new business opportunities for the Connectivity Solutions, Edge and Energy business teams.  

• Oversee, with the assistance of outside litigation counsel, litigation relating to the Connectivity Solutions, Edge and Energy business lines. 

• Ensure process efficiency and accuracy, as well as timely deliverables.    

• May direct activities of administrative support staff and legal assistants as assigned by the Senior Director of Legal Operations.

• Other projects and duties as assigned. 

What You’ll Need – Qualifications & Requirements

• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

• BA/BS required.

• Juris Doctorate required.

• 5+ years of experience as a telecommunications attorney, with experience with network infrastructure and internet/communication technology service agreements.

• Connectivity solutions, data center, and energy-related contract experience strongly preferred.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel or crouch.

• Ability to stand, walk and sit.

• Ability to reach with hands and arms

• Visual ability correctable to 20/20.

• Sitting up to 90% of the day.

• Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.

• Manual dexterity to input data into the computer and the calculator and operate the equipment listed above.

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office/ Cubicle workspace.

• Moderate noise level.

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