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When you join Verizon, you want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Associate Director of Franchise & Right of Way (ROW) for the AI Connect team, you will lead the end-to-end strategic planning, acquisition, governance, and lifecycle management for public franchises and private rights-of-way supporting our long-haul fiber optic and next-generation AI network infrastructure. You will lead a high-performing team responsible for securing and protecting company legal interests, real property rights, and municipal access authority across extensive multi-jurisdictional fiber routes.
In this leadership role, you will establish operational standards, direct high-stakes negotiations with Local Franchise Authorities (LFAs), state DOTs, commercial entities, and private landowners, and oversee complete Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)—from initial request and internal stage-gate approvals to contract execution, compliance tracking, auditing, and renewal.
You will also direct vendor performance, manage cross-functional alignment across Legal, Regulatory, Risk Management, OSP Engineering, and Tax, and ensure timely, cost-effective network deployment.
In this role, you will:
- Lead Strategy & Team Execution: Direct and mentor a team of ROW and Franchise specialists and external partner firms; oversee capacity planning, workload distribution, performance management, and professional development.
- Drive Public Franchise & LFA Engagement: Formulate strategic outreach to cities, towns, counties, and LFAs; spearhead "permit-only" advocacy where viable, lead FOIA and competitor parity analyses, and resolve negotiation impasses or escalation protocols.
- Oversee Private ROW & Land Acquisition: Direct the strategy for securing permanent and temporary private/commercial easements, centerline surveys, title examinations (30–50 year chain of title), and government land grants (e.g., BLM, State Lands) within established pricing and schedule benchmarks.
- Govern Full Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): Champion the end-to-end CLM architecture (Request, Generate, Negotiate, Approval, Execute, Capture, Comply, Report & Audit, Review & Amend, Renewal) across all public franchise agreements, municipal licenses, and private easement portfolios.
- Cross-Functional Governance & Redlining Alignment: Institutionalize internal review workflows to consolidate input from Legal, Risk Management, Engineering, Finance, and Tax into master drafts—protecting key legal rights (e.g., assignment, relocation/undergrounding reimbursement, termination for convenience, non-discriminatory fees, and cure periods).
- Audit, Reporting & Operational Compliance: Ensure post-execution onboarding into Franchise & ROW Tracking Systems; establish rigorous ongoing compliance audits for bond/insurance renewals, municipal gross revenue fee structures, linear-foot cost baselines, and county recordations.
- Vendor & Budget Oversight: Manage abstract/title agencies, and outside counsel; enforce cycle-time SLAs across individual, commercial, and governmental acquisition pipelines, maintaining strict capital and operational expense budget compliance.
- Champion the "Be BOLD" Standard: Solve complex regulatory, civic, and property roadblocks with agility, practice thoughtful candor across internal and external stakeholder groups, and deliver impactful, legally sound, and ethical outcomes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You'll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant work experience in telecom right-of-way (ROW), public utility franchise management, municipal government affairs, or commercial real estate law.
- Proven experience managing and leading teams, including talent development, resource planning, and vendor partner management.
- Deep subject matter expertise in the entire contract lifecycle (negotiation through ongoing post-execution compliance) for public franchise agreements, municipal encroachment permits, and private easements.
- In-depth understanding of municipal ordinances, state franchise statutes, competitive parity/FOIA analysis, and public utility regulatory frameworks.
- Experience with real property due diligence, including title abstracts, boundary surveys, property valuation, and county recording processes.
- Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
- A valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Juris Doctor (JD), Master’s degree in Public Administration/Business, or Senior Right of Way Professional (SR/WA) designation.
- Direct experience leading ROW and franchise portfolios for major long-haul fiber builds, outside plant (OSP) telecommunications, or critical utility infrastructure.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent credentials.
- Demonstrated success establishing Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platforms, compliance databases, and cross-functional stage-gate approval workflows.
- Background handling complex multi-jurisdictional municipal negotiations, city council/commission public hearings, and utility relocation dispute resolutions.
- Exceptional executive communication, stakeholder diplomacy, and commercial negotiation skills.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
LOCATION
This role can be located in any US based Verizon hub location.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $114,000.00 - $219,000.00.
INTRODUCTION
When you join Verizon, you want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Associate Director of Franchise & Right of Way (ROW) for the AI Connect team, you will lead the end-to-end strategic planning, acquisition, governance, and lifecycle management for public franchises and private rights-of-way supporting our long-haul fiber optic and next-generation AI network infrastructure. You will lead a high-performing team responsible for securing and protecting company legal interests, real property rights, and municipal access authority across extensive multi-jurisdictional fiber routes.
In this leadership role, you will establish operational standards, direct high-stakes negotiations with Local Franchise Authorities (LFAs), state DOTs, commercial entities, and private landowners, and oversee complete Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)—from initial request and internal stage-gate approvals to contract execution, compliance tracking, auditing, and renewal.
You will also direct vendor performance, manage cross-functional alignment across Legal, Regulatory, Risk Management, OSP Engineering, and Tax, and ensure timely, cost-effective network deployment.
In this role, you will:
- Lead Strategy & Team Execution: Direct and mentor a team of ROW and Franchise specialists and external partner firms; oversee capacity planning, workload distribution, performance management, and professional development.
- Drive Public Franchise & LFA Engagement: Formulate strategic outreach to cities, towns, counties, and LFAs; spearhead "permit-only" advocacy where viable, lead FOIA and competitor parity analyses, and resolve negotiation impasses or escalation protocols.
- Oversee Private ROW & Land Acquisition: Direct the strategy for securing permanent and temporary private/commercial easements, centerline surveys, title examinations (30–50 year chain of title), and government land grants (e.g., BLM, State Lands) within established pricing and schedule benchmarks.
- Govern Full Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): Champion the end-to-end CLM architecture (Request, Generate, Negotiate, Approval, Execute, Capture, Comply, Report & Audit, Review & Amend, Renewal) across all public franchise agreements, municipal licenses, and private easement portfolios.
- Cross-Functional Governance & Redlining Alignment: Institutionalize internal review workflows to consolidate input from Legal, Risk Management, Engineering, Finance, and Tax into master drafts—protecting key legal rights (e.g., assignment, relocation/undergrounding reimbursement, termination for convenience, non-discriminatory fees, and cure periods).
- Audit, Reporting & Operational Compliance: Ensure post-execution onboarding into Franchise & ROW Tracking Systems; establish rigorous ongoing compliance audits for bond/insurance renewals, municipal gross revenue fee structures, linear-foot cost baselines, and county recordations.
- Vendor & Budget Oversight: Manage abstract/title agencies, and outside counsel; enforce cycle-time SLAs across individual, commercial, and governmental acquisition pipelines, maintaining strict capital and operational expense budget compliance.
- Champion the "Be BOLD" Standard: Solve complex regulatory, civic, and property roadblocks with agility, practice thoughtful candor across internal and external stakeholder groups, and deliver impactful, legally sound, and ethical outcomes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You'll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant work experience in telecom right-of-way (ROW), public utility franchise management, municipal government affairs, or commercial real estate law.
- Proven experience managing and leading teams, including talent development, resource planning, and vendor partner management.
- Deep subject matter expertise in the entire contract lifecycle (negotiation through ongoing post-execution compliance) for public franchise agreements, municipal encroachment permits, and private easements.
- In-depth understanding of municipal ordinances, state franchise statutes, competitive parity/FOIA analysis, and public utility regulatory frameworks.
- Experience with real property due diligence, including title abstracts, boundary surveys, property valuation, and county recording processes.
- Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
- A valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Juris Doctor (JD), Master’s degree in Public Administration/Business, or Senior Right of Way Professional (SR/WA) designation.
- Direct experience leading ROW and franchise portfolios for major long-haul fiber builds, outside plant (OSP) telecommunications, or critical utility infrastructure.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent credentials.
- Demonstrated success establishing Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platforms, compliance databases, and cross-functional stage-gate approval workflows.
- Background handling complex multi-jurisdictional municipal negotiations, city council/commission public hearings, and utility relocation dispute resolutions.
- Exceptional executive communication, stakeholder diplomacy, and commercial negotiation skills.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
LOCATION
This role can be located in any US based Verizon hub location.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $114,000.00 - $219,000.00.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Franchise Business Consultant
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Franchise Business Consultant roles qualify as a specialty occupation when tied to business administration, management, or a related degree field. Document how your bachelor's degree directly applies to the analytical and strategic duties in the job description before your employer files with USCIS.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your worksite location and SOC code. Run a check on the OFLC Wage Search using the Business Operations Specialist category to confirm the offer meets compliance requirements before signing.
Target franchise groups with multi-state portfolios
Franchise groups operating across multiple states have established HR infrastructure and repeat H-1B visa filing experience. Each worksite you support requires its own certified LCA, so employers already running multi-location programs understand that requirement and are better positioned to sponsor you.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Find franchise companies with active H-1B LCA filing history by searching Migrate Mate. The platform surfaces employers who have sponsored roles in business consulting and operations, so you can target your applications to organizations already set up for H-1B sponsorship.
Use O*NET to align your resume with specialty occupation duties
Pull the task list for Business Operations Specialists from O*NET and map your experience to degree-level duties like performance analysis, operational benchmarking, and strategic planning. Employers reference this profile when USCIS reviews whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Account for H-1B cap timing in your job search timeline
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so plan your search with enough lead time for your employer to file within the annual window. If you're on OPT or another status, confirm your work authorization end date and build in buffer for USCIS processing before your current status expires.
H-1B Visa Franchise Business Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Franchise Business Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, management, finance, or a directly related field. Employers must structure the role around degree-level duties such as financial performance analysis, operational auditing, and strategic franchise development. USCIS reviews the actual job description and duties, not just the job title, so the offer letter and LCA need to reflect that degree-specific work.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Franchise Business Consultant roles?
Franchise systems operating at scale, particularly those with 50 or more units across multiple states, are most likely to have established H-1B sponsorship programs. These include large quick-service restaurant groups, retail franchise networks, and business services franchisors. Migrate Mate lists employers in this category with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can search by role type and location before applying.
How does the LCA requirement work when a Franchise Business Consultant travels to multiple franchise locations?
Each fixed worksite where you work for more than a few days requires its own certified LCA. If your role involves regular travel to franchisee locations across different metropolitan statistical areas, your employer needs to file short-term or multiple-worksite LCAs with DOL. This is a common compliance point for field-based consulting roles, and employers who have sponsored similar positions before will already have a process for it.
Can a franchise employer transfer my H-1B if I move from one brand to another within the same parent company?
If the parent company is the petitioner on your original I-129, an internal move to a different brand or division may not require a new petition, but a new or amended LCA is likely needed if the job duties, location, or wage level change materially. Your employer should consult with their immigration counsel before the transfer to avoid any gap in authorized status. USCIS treats material changes to the terms of employment as requiring an amended petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if the franchise employer loses a major client or restructures?
H-1B status is tied to your employer's active petitionership. If the company terminates your position, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, file for a change of status, or depart the country. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window, and your work authorization with the new employer begins once USCIS receives the petition, not at approval.