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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
Job Responsibility:
Provide expert legal advice across corporate governance and commercial matters for Vodafone joint ventures, including VF3
Own and manage shareholder governance obligations, including advice on Shareholders’ Agreements and related governance documents
Lead governance, approval and signing processes across Company Secretariat, Treasury, DOA and Group functions
Support Board and Committee activity, including review of papers, minutes and corporate records
Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including VSAs, Change Requests, amendments and Migration Plans
Manage contract approval processes and maintain key trackers (VSA, obligations, approvals) to ensure strong governance and compliance
Identify, assess and clearly articulate legal and regulatory risk, applying sound commercial judgement and escalating where appropriate
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, influencing decision‑making and constructively challenging risk positions
Lead negotiations with partners and vendors and manage external counsel efficiently where required
Collaborate closely with VF3 Legal, Company Secretariat and cross‑functional teams to deliver timely, compliant outcomes
Requirements:
Qualified solicitor or equivalent, with strong corporate and commercial experience, including joint ventures and M&A‑related activity
Proven ability to advise independently on shareholder agreements, governance, Company Secretariat matters and complex commercial contracts
Excellent drafting, negotiation and issue‑spotting skills, with sound commercial judgement
Strong understanding of telecoms regulation, data protection (including GDPR) and cross‑border legal frameworks
Demonstrated experience identifying, articulating and managing legal and regulatory risk in complex, multi‑jurisdictional environments
Strong commercial acumen, with experience aligning legal advice to business strategy
Ability to engage, influence and challenge senior stakeholders, including ExCo‑level, with clear and confident communication
Highly independent, organised and resilient, able to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, pressured environment
Experience managing external counsel efficiently and working collaboratively across functions
Global mindset, high ethical standards and strong analytical skills
What we offer:
Yearly bonus: 20%
Company car: company funded car of £580 per month + private fuel or cash alternative of £630 per month
Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays + the opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
Charity days: 5 days/year
Maternity leave: 52 weeks: the first 13 weeks are fully paid, followed by 26 weeks of half pay
Private pension: You can contribute up to 5% of your basic pay with 2:1 matching from Vodafone up to 10%
Access to: private medical, private dental, free health assessments, share save scheme
Additional discounts: Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loan