Senior Legal Counsel, IoT — Hybrid & High-Impact Deals

Vodafone Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international telecommunications company seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to join the Vodafone IoT team in London. This role requires a qualified solicitor or barrister with over 10 years of experience, specifically in negotiating complex commercial agreements. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on strategic projects and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. The role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for hybrid working and generous benefits including a discretionary bonus and extensive leave policies.

Benefits

Discretionary yearly bonus: 20%

Car allowance

Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays

Work from abroad up to 20 days a year

Charity days

Quarterly Spirit Days for personal development and wellbeing

Maternity leave: 52 weeks with various payment options

Paternity leave: 16 weeks fully paid

Private pension with matching contributions

Voluntary Private Medical and Dental insurance

Additional discounts on retail, gym, cinema, and more

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ post-qualification experience required.
• Experience in a fast-paced, evolving environment essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on strategic projects and agreements.
• Negotiate bespoke partnership contracts.
• Support transformative initiatives and compliance.

Skills

Qualified solicitor or barrister (UK or European jurisdiction)

Drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Fluent in English

Job description

A leading international telecommunications company seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to join the Vodafone IoT team in London. This role requires a qualified solicitor or barrister with over 10 years of experience, specifically in negotiating complex commercial agreements. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on strategic projects and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. The role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for hybrid working and generous benefits including a discretionary bonus and extensive leave policies.