Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate B2B Telecoms

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering telecom company seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to drive value in its newly established Investments division. The role involves acting as a senior legal advisor for high-value corporate matters, influencing strategic decisions, and providing expert counsel on governance and risk management. Ideal candidates will have extensive M&A experience and deep knowledge in the telecom sector.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE required.
• Proven track record in leading legal teams.
• Significant in-house or top-tier firm experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as Senior legal advisor on corporate matters.
• Influence board-level decisions across multiple geographies.
• Provide expert counsel on governance and risk.

Skills

Strategic legal thinking

M&A experience

Experience in telecoms or tech sectors

Leadership

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate

6+ Years PQE

2-3 Days a week in London office

Join a pioneering company that made the UK’s first mobile call, sent the first text, and has led the way in 3G, 5G, and beyond. With over 12,000 employees and 18 million customers, we're building a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable future.

We’re looking for a Senior Legal Counsel (Investments) to support a newly established Investments division, created to drive value across a portfolio of strategic assets and joint ventures across telco, infrastructure, and innovation.

About the Role:

• Act as Senior legal advisor on high-value corporate and joint venture matters.
• Work closely with the Investments Director, Group GC, and external partners.
• Provide expert counsel on governance, risk, and dispute resolution
• Influence board-level decisions and lead legal strategy across multiple geographies

You’ll Support Investments In:

• Telco (e.g., JVs in Europe, Australia, and India)
• Infrastructure (e.g., fibre and towers across Europe and Asia)
• Innovation (e.g., space tech, digital platforms)
• A strategic legal thinker with proven M&A and post-deal experience
• Expertise in telecoms or tech sectors
• A strong track record leading legal teams and influencing senior stakeholders
• Significant in-house or top-tier firm experience