FORVIS

FORVIS is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Consultant to advise our clients on business strategies, opportunities, and state and federal regulatory issues. FORVIS’ firmwide industry-leading experts and vast resources would be fully available to support these efforts.

How you will contribute:

• Establishing and maintaining new and existing client relationships
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of industry regulations and filing requirements
• Developing and implementing strategic business plans
• Consulting on state and federal regulatory issues and interpretations
• Assisting clients with any CLEC planning and implementation
• Negotiating with regulatory agencies on industry players
• Developing strategy and the tariff filing package for rate changes
• Delegating and overseeing the process of assisting clients with completing and submitting required industry filings
• Writing and delivering presentations and proposals to continue marketing services to potential clients and industry groups
• Presenting at and attending seminars, trade shows, and client relations functions
• Maintaining accurate records of time and expenses to ensure proper client billing
• Other projects or duties as assigned

We are looking for people with Forward Vision and:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding firm and client information
• Public speaking and facilitation skills
• Effective relationship development abilities
• Innovative service ideas and enjoys being involved with new business development and marketing services
• Ability to travel overnight as needed, up to 20%

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Telecommunications related field
• At least five (5) years of experience working with telecommunications and regulatory issues
• Knowledge of Federal and State Universal Service issues
• Knowledge of local exchange competition, access charge reform, and cross-subsidy analysis