Lead Regulatory Relations

Overall Purpose: Supports the company’s overall business objectives by integrating regulatory compliance, strategic insight, and external influence. This role proactively engages federal and state regulatory agencies, monitors and interprets regulatory developments, and shapes regulatory strategy to manage risk, enable business initiatives, and influence outcomes that align with enterprise priorities. Location based office requirement. Must live in the Eastern or Central time zone. Key Roles and Responsibilities: Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following: Regulatory Compliance and Monitoring: Support compliance with federal and state regulations by monitoring proceedings, complaint pleadings, commission orders, data requests, informal staff inquiries, and regulatory developments. Review certification applications, compliance reports, and filings required for operations in order to minimize regulatory risk. Liaison and Communication: Serve as a primary regulatory liaison with state commissions, intervenors, and internal stakeholders, as well as federal regulatory agencies such as the FCC, by responding to inquiries, facilitating communication, advancing regulatory positions, and ensuring compliance with applicable requirements. Strategic Planning and Advisory: Plan and implement regulatory strategies for new products, wireline transformation, network modernization initiatives, service discontinuance, internal reorganizations, and other business initiatives to help secure governmental approval and support enterprise priorities. Research and Risk Management: Conduct research on regulatory trends, legislative developments, rulemakings, and generic proceedings, and compile information to identify potential impacts on the company’s operations and inform data-driven decision-making. Wholesale Regulatory Oversight: Oversee wholesale regulatory matters across the 21 ILEC states, including CLEC complaint proceedings, interconnection disputes, force majeure matters, and collections activities. Broadband and Grant Program Support: Provide regulatory support related to state broadband regulatory initiatives and requirements, including BEAD and other grant programs. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with internal teams, including Legal, Network, Finance, and E&LA, to develop regulatory strategy, conduct regulatory analysis, and support data-driven decision-making. State Regulatory Support: Manage and coordinate state regulatory proceedings across AT&T’s Northeast and Midwest states, including Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, DC, Virginia, and West Virginia. This role will also have responsibility for one or more Midwest states. Responsibilities include matters involving state universal service fund rulemakings, Lifeline, collections actions, compliance reporting, and force majeure filings. Other Duties as Assigned: Support processes related to documentation and reporting, analysis, witness and testimony management, regulatory strategy, public policy and advocacy, and/or stakeholder communication. Job Contribution: Experienced professional recognized as an expert, with the ability to creatively resolve complex issues using broad and in-depth knowledge. Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy and influences executive decisions. Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans that impact the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership. This role is critical to managing increasing regulatory complexity, reducing compliance risk, and ensuring consistent and timely coordination with federal and state agencies. It also enables senior leaders to remain focused on broader strategic priorities and advocacy efforts. Supervisor: No Relocation: No Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) preferred. 5+ years of related experience. Certification may be required in some areas. Our Lead Regulatory Relations earns between $118,800 - $178,200 USD annual for Dallas, TX and Washington, DC area & $106,100 - $159,100 USD annual for Atlanta, GA area. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage 401(k) plan Tuition reimbursement program Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) Paid Parental Leave Paid Caregiver Leave Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected Adoption Reimbursement Disability Benefits (short term and long term) Life and Accidental Death Insurance Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Extensive employee wellness programs Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone Call to action If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Apply today! Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: Atlanta, Georgia, Dallas, Texas, Washington, District of Columbia Salary Range: $118,800.00 - $178,200.00 It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. We are pioneers of making connections and have been ever since Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone and founded our company. That was nearly 150 years ago, and we haven’t stopped innovating since. At our core, we help bring families, communities, and businesses together with the products and services they need to thrive every day. From the widespread and growing availability of 5G and Fiber to working on things we once only dreamed of—at AT&T, we create connections that change the world.