VodafoneThree - Legal Counsel

This job is with VodafoneThree, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.

Location: Any Vodafone Location + Hybrid

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

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

Duration: Full time, permanent role

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.

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.

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:

• Provide high-quality, pragmatic legal advice across a wide range of initiatives, including product launches, digital journeys, and contracting.
• Support compliance with evolving legal and regulatory requirements, safeguarding the business while enabling commercial success.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders across Legal, Product, Compliance, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and wider business teams.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure legal advice is aligned with business priorities and delivered in a timely, commercially focused way.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage legal risks, using robust assurance frameworks to mitigate potential exposure.
• Contribute to key regulatory projects and support governance frameworks, ensuring best practice across VodafoneThree.
• Drive continuous improvement in legal processes, embedding simplification, automation, and scalable solutions.
• Support knowledge sharing by developing guidance, training materials, and legal know-how for wider teams.
• Engage with external stakeholders including customers, suppliers, and legal partners to align with commercial objectives.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, using insights to inform decision-making and drive positive change.

Who you are:

• A qualified lawyer with experience in a leading telecoms or technology environment.
• Strong understanding of the telecoms sector and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to provide clear, pragmatic legal advice in a fast-paced commercial setting.
• Confident in managing legal risk while balancing business opportunity and growth objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Commercially minded, with the ability to connect legal insights to strategic business decisions.
• A proactive self-starter who takes ownership of their caseload and drives work forward.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable guidance.
• A collaborative team player who values inclusivity, knowledge sharing, and working towards shared goals.
• Enthusiastic about continuous improvement, innovation, and personal development.

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 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.

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, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. 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.