VodafoneThree - Legal Counsel

Vodafone Group Plc; Newbury; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay and bonuses

Up to 28 days off + bank holidays

Paid time for charity

Job summary

Vodafone Group Plc in the UK is seeking a qualified lawyer to join the Corporate Legal team during the Vodafone UK and Three UK network integration. You will provide practical legal guidance across commercial contracts, regulatory matters and risk management to support the integration and ongoing operations.

The role is full-time hybrid with 2-3 days in the office. You will build relationships across Networks and other functions, stay ahead of regulatory developments, and help drive efficient,

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with experience in a leading telecommunications organisation or strong understanding of the sector.
• Knowledge of technology and telecommunications markets and regulatory trends.
• Ability to own work, progress matters proactively and seek guidance when needed.
• Commercially minded, balancing legal risk with business opportunities.
• Experience identifying and managing legal risks while enabling growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice across commercial contracts, network infrastructure agreements and site arrangements.
• Support integration, deployment and enhancement of the Vodafone Three network to deliver coverage and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements while safeguarding objectives.
• Build trusted relationships across teams and provide timely legal guidance aligned with priorities.
• Identify, assess and mitigate legal, regulatory, financial and reputational risks.
• Contribute to governance activities and develop law and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Support automation, simplification and scalable processes for efficiency.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers and external counsel to support objectives.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and respond effectively.

Skills

Legal experience

Telecommunications knowledge

Commercial mindset

Stakeholder management

Regulatory awareness

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

Location: London OR Newbury + Hybrid

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Hybrid

We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today. We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started. Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.

What you’ll do

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK’s most significant telecoms transformations. As we bring together Vodafone UK and Three UK to create the nation’s leading mobile network, you’ll help shape the legal framework that supports network integration, innovation and growth. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you’ll provide practical legal guidance, help manage risk and contribute to building a culture that sets new standards for both customer and employee experience.

You’ll:

• Provide clear, pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of initiatives, including commercial contracts, network infrastructure agreements and network site arrangements.
• Support the successful integration, deployment and enhancement of the VodafoneThree network, helping deliver exceptional coverage, connectivity and reliability for customers.
• Help ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements while safeguarding commercial objectives.
• Build trusted relationships with colleagues across Networks and other business functions, providing timely legal guidance that aligns with strategic priorities.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify, assess and mitigate legal, regulatory, financial and reputational risks.
• Contribute to assurance and governance activities that support informed decision-making and responsible risk management.
• Develop and deliver legal guidance, training and knowledge-sharing initiatives that empower teams across the business.
• Help drive continuous improvement by supporting automation, simplification and scalable legal processes that improve efficiency and increase self-service capabilities.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders including suppliers, customers, external legal counsel and strategic partners to support commercial objectives.
• Monitor emerging legal, regulatory and industry developments, helping the business anticipate change and respond effectively.
• Share expertise, support colleagues’ development and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive and high‑performing legal team.

Who you are

• A qualified lawyer with experience in a leading telecommunications organisation or a strong understanding of the telecoms sector.
• Knowledge of technology and telecommunications markets, with awareness of evolving legal and regulatory trends.
• Someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, proactively progressing matters and seeking guidance when needed.
• A commercially minded professional who can balance legal risk with business opportunity and support strategic decision‑making.
• Experience identifying, assessing and managing legal risks while enabling business growth and innovation.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, actionable solutions.
• An effective communicator who can tailor messages to different audiences and build confidence with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong relationship‑building skills, with the ability to develop trusted partnerships across diverse teams and external organisations.
• A collaborative team player who values different perspectives and enjoys working towards shared goals.
• A continuous learner who actively seeks feedback, embraces development opportunities and is motivated to grow their expertise.
• An advocate for inclusive, respectful and supportive ways of working, helping to foster a positive team culture where everyone can thrive.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to a once‑in‑a‑career opportunity to help shape the future of connectivity in the UK.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

We believe that everyone has valuable contributions to make. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions within our team. Through the ’Offer an Interview’ scheme, we aim to offer interviews to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities who best meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to participate in the scheme, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.

What we offer

• We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work.
• You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more.
• We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top‑notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine‑tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.