Director, Senior Legal Counsel

Liberty Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global communications and entertainment company seeks a Director, Legal Counsel in London. This role involves providing strategic legal support on commercial and corporate matters, focusing on M&A transactions and special projects. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with a strong background in M&A and commercial law. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary, annual leave, wellbeing benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary + Bonus

25 days annual leave

Access to wellbeing benefits

Matched pension contribution

Access to car benefit scheme

Online learning platform access

Qualifications

• Significant PQE with experience in both private practice and in-house roles.
• Familiarity with technology, telecoms, IP, privacy, and outsourcing.
• Fluency in English; additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as a senior legal advisor to leadership and business units.
• Lead and support M&A and partnership transactions.
• Ensure IP protection and strategy for new products.

Skills

Legal advisory

M&A transactions

Contract negotiation

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Postgraduate qualification (LLM, MBA)

Job description

We’re looking for a Director, Legal Counsel to join Liberty Blume in London, United Kingdom

To provide strategic and pragmatic legal and business support across Liberty Blume’s diverse operations, covering general commercial, corporate, and technology matters. This role will act as a trusted advisor on a wide range of initiatives, including M&A transactions, strategic partnerships, and special projects, ensuring legal risk is managed while enabling business growth and innovation.

The remit spans existing and new ventures including acquisitions, commercial partnerships and new product and service lines. Experience in IP, financial regulatory compliance and data protection would be advantageous. The role requires a large emphasis on adaptability and creativity for special projects and business-driven initiatives which may change. There will be an opportunity to shape Liberty Blume’s future through involvement in transformational business activities.

Key Accountabilities

The successful candidate will:

• Act as a senior legal advisor to Liberty Blume leadership and business units, providing guidance on commercial, corporate, and strategic matters.
• Lead and support M&A and partnership transactions, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and integration planning, along with instruction and coordination of outside counsel.
• Drive legal input on special projects and novel business initiatives, ensuring flexibility and creativity in addressing novel business models and emerging opportunities.
• Advise on a broad range of commercial contracts, including procurement, technology agreements, licensing, and services arrangements.
• Ensure IP protection and strategy for new products and services, safeguarding Liberty Blume’s assets and managing licensing arrangements.
• Collaborate closely with Liberty Global’s Legal team to align on governance, approvals, and group-wide policies.
• Manage complex negotiations with internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes for Liberty Blume.
• Partner with business and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory and data privacy requirements, integrating new laws and regulations into business processes.
• Project-manage legal aspects of transactions and initiatives to deliver on time and within budget.
• Contribute to policy development and execution for commercial and corporate matters across Liberty Blume.
• Stay abreast of legal, regulatory, and industry developments to anticipate risks and opportunities.
• Contribute to ongoing non-transactional legal functional management (including governance and risk management).

Knowledge & Experience

• Qualified lawyer with significant PQE ideally with experience in both private practice and in-house roles.
• Strong background in M&A and commercial areas, with exposure to corporate/M&A, partnerships, and strategic projects.
• Familiarity with technology, telecoms, IP, privacy, and outsourcing; ability to adapt to new sectors and challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex transactions and manage cross-functional teams across jurisdictions.
• Gravitas and credibility to engage senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and problem-solving approach.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Holder of a postgraduate qualification (LLM, MBA) or equivalent experience.
• High ethical standards and resilience under pressure.
• Fluency in English; ability to travel occasionally. Fluency in Dutch, Spanish or other languages may be advantageous.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + Bonus **where applicable**
• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more
• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance
• Matched pension contribution up to 10%
• Access to our car benefit scheme
• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us
• The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team

Who we are:

Liberty Blume, a Liberty Global company, is a rapidly growing business services provider, specialising in tech-enabled back-office solutions. Our mission is to deliver efficiency, scale and value to our customers through Business, Procurement and Financial Solutions. If you’re curious, customer centric and enjoy being one step ahead, join us on our scale up journey and unlock your freedom to grow!

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. We’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.