Director - Commercial Attorney

The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Commercial Attorney with 8+ years of law experience to provide strategic legal counsel and manage complex legal matters related to Forged Fiber's revenue‑generating commercial agreements, including ISP platform access agreements, HOA and MDU master service agreements, construction and maintenance contracts, and vendor and procurement arrangements. This is a highly visible role for an attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment, works autonomously, and serves as a trusted advisor to senior and executive leaders.

What You'll Do
Key Roles and Responsibilities

Managing Complex Legal Matters: Oversee and manage complex legal projects related to the company's commercial transactions, including ISP platform access agreements, HOA and MDU master service agreements, construction and maintenance contracts, and vendor and procurement arrangements across the company's multi‑state footprint.

Providing Strategic Legal Counsel: Offer expert legal advice and guidance to senior leadership and company managers on a wide range of legal issues related to the company's revenue‑generating commercial relationships with ISPs, property owners, HOAs, MDU operators, and key vendors and service providers.

Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards governing commercial transactions and wholesale fiber network services. Implement risk management strategies to protect the organization's commercial interests across all operating jurisdictions.

Contract Review and Negotiation: Review, draft, and negotiate significant commercial legal documents, contracts, and agreements, including platform access agreements, master service agreements, construction contracts, maintenance agreements, right‑of‑way agreements, and vendor/procurement contracts to protect the organization's interests.

Dispute Management and Operational Support: Support disputes relating to Commercial Agreements, assist with contract management and transition of commercial relationships, and coordinate with legal operations on agreement database management and compliance tracking.

About You

A law degree and an active license in good standing to practice law

8+ years of related experience, with a strong background in commercial transactions, contract negotiation, and/or telecommunications or infrastructure‑related commercial agreements

Deep expertise in drafting and negotiating platform access agreements, master service agreements, construction and maintenance contracts, and vendor and procurement arrangements

Experience supporting disputes, diligence, and M&A integration activity as it relates to commercial agreement portfolios

Knowledge of wholesale fiber and telecommunications industry commercial practices and regulatory considerations is a plus

Experience supporting a multi‑state infrastructure or telecommunications footprint is preferred

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment with competing priorities

Work Location
Dallas (Hybrid), Denver (Hybrid), or Remote

Compensation & Benefits
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary by location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Base Salary Range: $158,200 - $237,400

This role is also eligible for an annual bonus and a long‑term incentive award.

Forged Fiber also offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being.

Equal Employment Opportunities
It is the policy of Forged Fiber 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. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments, or training.

In addition, Forged Fiber will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, is a fair chance employer, and does not initiate a background check until after an offer is made.

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