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Senior Legal Counsel, Regulatory
Equinix
Advise business on regulatory and compliance matters across telecom, cyber, trade, infrastructure.
6d ago
$191,000 - $287,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Data center colocation
Interconnection services
Smart Hands / remote support
Software-defined interconnection
Network Edge services
Equinix Metal (bare metal)
Equinix Fabric (cloud routing)
Managed services (integration & advisory)
Sector Specialisms
No specialisms available
Role
What you would be doing
legal counsel
regulatory monitoring
regulatory coordination
regulatory guidance
database management
risk identification
- Managing external legal counsel when applicable or when local law input is required to provide legal support for the business activities
- Be sensitive and stay updated on the regulatory landscape and emerging regulatory policies and trends in order to contribute to, impact and analyse opportunities for the Company
- Collaborate with other regulatory and compliance teams globally within One Legal to coordinate for an overall regional regulatory guidance framework for Equinix businesses, which is consistent with the Equinix global regulatory guidance framework.
- Functioning as part of the wider global legal team, including engaging with other departments, providing input on regulatory issues, undertaking any global projects, initiatives, deals, corporate or other commercial transactions as may arise or be assigned
- Conducting presentations, training and educating the business team members on the regulatory and, compliance framework, programs and policies
- Provide regulatory guidance and support to the business, with a focus on the regulatory and compliance framework for the business. Willingness to embrace and work on a wide spectrum of regulatory issues, including but not limited to, telecommunications regulation/licensing, cybersecurity laws, critical national infrastructure laws, power licensing laws, international trade and other relevant areas of laws that are appliable to Equinix’s business
- Maintain existing regulatory database and ensure clear and concise regulatory inputs are updated timely to enable operational excellence
- Collaborate with Public Policy and Government Affairs team on emerging legislative and regulatory issues to determine impact to Equinix and provide guidance on potential legislative and regulatory changes
- Identify opportunities/potential risks to the Equinix business, work closely with senior members of the legal team and other internal stakeholders to implement and drive regional regulatory affairs improvement initiatives, including designing a regulatory and compliance framework, programs and policies
What you bring
regulatory lawyer
international experience
in‑house experience
regulatory knowledge
12+ years
communication
- Experience of working in an international business environment is desirable
- Adaptable, flexible, pragmatic and solution-oriented, you must be willing to handle tough legal and regulatory challenges in the digital and information age and to create innovative solutions to complex regulatory and licensing requirements and issues in order to help Equinix build and deploy innovative products and services globally
- Some in house experience (either as a full-time role or by way of secondment experience) is desirable
- Excellent knowledge of the regulatory framework applicable to a US-hearquartered multinational technology and/or telecommunications company
- Prepared to use technology tools
- Competent, accurate, proactive, resourceful, independent, organized, able to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines, address risk, achieve results, an effective time manager with strong interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and ability to foster/manage relationships across multiple departments
- More than 12 years of experience as a regulatory lawyer with experience in international trade regulations, restrictions and practices and in two or more areas directly relevant to this role as identified in the ‘Primary Roles and Responsibilities’ section above
- Articulate, with great communication and drafting skills
- California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $191,000 to $287,000 per year
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Company
Overview
1998
Year Established
The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey in providing data center and interconnection services.
25+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates in over 25 countries, showcasing its extensive international reach and capability to serve a global clientele.
200+ Data Centers
Global Infrastructure
Provides essential services through over 200 data centers worldwide, supporting digital ecosystems and business growth.
- World’s largest provider of data center and interconnection services.
- Offers cutting-edge solutions that enable businesses to scale and adapt to the digital age.
- Facilitates high-performance connections for industries like cloud computing, telecommunications, and finance.
- Provides services including hybrid cloud solutions, network and application performance optimization, and interconnection for business ecosystems.
- At the forefront of advancing global digital transformation through strategic partnerships with leading companies.
- Innovative business models drive enterprise infrastructure modernization, ensuring security and compliance.
- Thriving workplace where every colleague is valued and respected for who they are and what they contribute
- Foster belonging—cultivating an environment where every employee feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work
- Deliberate inclusion of all perspectives to strengthen decision‑making and business outcomes
- Programs to enhance workplace experience and attract high‑performing talent
Net-zero by 2040
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2040, verified by Science Based Targets.
50% reduction by 2030
Emission Reduction Target
Reducing Scope 1/2 emissions and fuel/energy-related Scope 3 emissions by half from 2019 levels by 2030.
100% Renewable Energy
Global Portfolio Goal
Aiming to source 100% of energy from renewable sources across all operations by 2030, having reached 96% in 2024.
A-List Recognition
CDP Climate Change
Achieved consecutive years of 'A-List' recognition from CDP for climate change management and transparency.
- Target global average PUE of 1.33 by 2030; achieved 1.39 in latest reporting (6% improvement YoY)
- Installed 72 MW fuel cells (capable of H₂ blends), avoiding 285,000 MTCO₂e and 382 billion gallons of embedded water use
- Consumed 8,560 GWh electricity across 268 data centers in 35 countries, with 1,285 MW of long-term PPAs
- Reduced operational Scope 1/2 emissions 24% from 2019 baseline; total 2024 footprint 1,747,700 MTCO₂e
- Issued ~$6.9 billion in green bonds to finance green buildings, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and decarbonization projects
17% increase
Women Employees Increase
Represents a significant global growth in the number of women employees over the past year.
14% increase
Black/African-American Employees
Signifies a notable rise in the number of U.S.-based Black/African-American employees.
47 organizations
Digital Inclusion Funding
Reflects the number of organizations supported by the foundation to enhance digital access and skills development.
11–37% increase
Employee Volunteer Hours
Highlights the growth in global volunteer hours, with a notable example of 25,300 hours in the latest reporting period.
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