Strategic Head of Commercial Legal — Hybrid UK

Cellnex Telecom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is seeking a Head of Commercial Legal to lead their team of commercial lawyers. This strategic leadership role will guide contract negotiations, manage legal risks, and oversee legal matters relating to corporate operations. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors or barristers passionate about reducing digital inequality. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Reading, with three days in the office and two days remote.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Support for digital initiatives

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with a passion for reducing digital inequality.
• Experience in leading teams of commercial lawyers.
• Strong background in commercial operations and legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commercial Legal team to support corporate operations.
• Guide contract negotiations and manage legal risk.
• Oversee in-life legal matters, including dispute resolution.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal risk management

Dispute resolution

Commercial law

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is seeking a Head of Commercial Legal to lead their team of commercial lawyers. This strategic leadership role will guide contract negotiations, manage legal risks, and oversee legal matters relating to corporate operations. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors or barristers passionate about reducing digital inequality. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Reading, with three days in the office and two days remote.