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As a Commercial Lawyer in our UK Public Sector team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting BT’s Business unit. You’ll provide first-class legal, commercial, and contractual services to help us achieve our strategic goals. From drafting and negotiating complex customer contracts to advising on regulatory risks and managing subcontractor agreements, your expertise will help us deliver for our customers and protect BT’s interests.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead legal support on medium-complexity bids and assist senior lawyers on high-complexity deals
  • Draft and negotiate customer and subcontractor agreements, including strategic change control arrangements
  • Provide clear, pragmatic legal guidance to maximise opportunities and manage risk
  • Advise on disputes, new initiatives, and legislative changes
  • Promote compliance and risk management across the business
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders and external legal providers

Requirements:

  • Qualified Lawyer (NQ upwards) or proven relevant experience as a commercial lawyer across the public sector
  • Strong commercial acumen and ability to balance risk and reward
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to influence and manage senior stakeholders
  • Self-motivated, pragmatic, and solutions-driven team player
  • Eligible for DV security clearance (UK citizenship and 10+ years continuous UK residency required)
  • Proven experience in commercial contracts and legal advice in fast-paced environments

Nice to have:

  • Telecoms/Technology sector experience
  • Public sector contract knowledge
What we offer:
  • Annual on-target bonus 10% (personal and company multipliers)
  • BT Pension scheme
  • minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
  • Life Assurance
  • Direct share scheme
  • Exclusive colleague discounts on our latest and greatest BT broadband packages
  • 50% off EE mobile pay monthly or SIM only plans and 50% discount for friends and family on EE SIM only plans
  • My Discounts gives colleagues access to unbeatable savings on everyday purchases at hundreds of retailers
  • Discounted EE TV including TNT Sport and the NOW Entertainment membership
  • Great support for working parents including pay whilst on maternity, adoptive, and paternity leave
  • Option to join the Healthcare Cash Plan or other benefits such as dental insurance, gym memberships etc.
  • 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service with buy holiday option
  • Volunteering days so you can give back to your local community
  • Brand new electric vehicle salary sacrifice arrangement, known as 'My EV'

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Job Posted:
January 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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