Location and Working Hours
London (Speechmark) or Newbury with hybrid options. Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Hybrid Working
Employees are requested to be in the office 2‑3 days each week, at least eight days per month, working together with their line manager to agree expectations.
Company Overview
VodafoneThree is creating the UK’s most reliable network, closing the digital divide and driving progress. We value diversity, inclusion and safety, and build a workplace where all voices are heard.
Why VodafoneThree
With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will power businesses and communities. We are focused on building responsibly, sustainability and real impact at a national level.
What you’ll do
This role supports legal compliance across strategic projects, procurement, wholesale and AI initiatives. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of high quality legal advice on high‑impact initiatives, manage legal risk and ensure compliance with evolving legislation. Strong relationship building with stakeholders and continuous improvement in legal processes are essential.
Responsibilities
- Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice across strategic projects, procurement, wholesale and AI, ensuring compliance and protecting commercial integrity.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, delivering aligned and timely legal advice, supporting cross‑functional collaboration and risk management.
- Support legal risk assessments and apply assurance frameworks to minimise regulatory, financial and reputational exposure.
- Promote governance and improvement: train staff, streamline legal processes, promote automation and scalability, embed best practice across teams.
- Maintain effective relationships with suppliers, customers, group functions, external counsel and commercial partners.
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments, share knowledge, and contribute to legal team learning and positive change.
Who you are
Legal experience: in‑house legal or commercial contracting team in private practice.Industry knowledge: technology and telecoms sectors, with awareness of relevant legal trends.Risk management: proactively manage legal risk with suitable oversight, balancing risk and mitigation.Commercial acumen: balance legal risk with commercial opportunity to support strategic decisions.Stakeholder engagement: manage stakeholders effectively, negotiate well, and build trusted relationships.Analytical & communication skills: analyze legal data, extract insights, communicate clearly to diverse audiences.
What we offer
Good basic salary with bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, paid time for charity work, pension plan, learning tools, and parental leave policies.
EEO and Accessibility
VodafoneThree is a Disability Confident Employer and encourages applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment, refer to the Accessibility section of the careers website.
Legal and Regulatory
All offers are subject to FCA regulation and background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks.
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