Telecommunications Regulatory Counsel

Zain Iraq, the country's largest mobile operator with 16+ million subscribers, is looking for a Regulatory Counsel to manage telecommunications regulatory affairs, licensing matters, and engagement with Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC).

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on compliance with Iraq's telecommunications regulatory framework and CMC directives
• Manage spectrum licensing, renewal applications, and frequency allocation matters
• Draft and negotiate interconnection agreements with other Iraqi telecom operators
• Handle consumer protection compliance and data privacy matters
• Represent Zain Iraq in regulatory proceedings before the CMC
• Monitor proposed telecommunications legislation and advise management on business impact
• Support commercial contracts with tower companies, equipment vendors, and content providers
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution involving regulatory matters

• LLB from an accredited Iraqi university; LLM in telecommunications law, regulatory law, or IT law is a plus
• 4-8 years of experience in telecommunications law, regulatory compliance, or technology law
• Knowledge of Iraq's CMC regulations and telecommunications licensing framework
• Experience with interconnection disputes, spectrum management, or licensing proceedings
• Strong Arabic and English drafting skills
• Understanding of data protection principles and consumer protection law
• Experience in a telecommunications company or regulatory body preferred