Senior Legal Counsel

• Managing the day-to-day activities of the legal team, providing strategic input as part of the Senior Management Team and supporting Group Legal Function where necessary
• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising the business on all key commercial contracts and other documents, including property documents, NDAs, master service agreements and procurement agreements
• Promoting best practice and process reviews including updating existing template documents such as landlord agreements, customer agreements, framework agreements and other commercial contracts
• Supporting and management of legal risks across the company
• Reviewing, refining and designing all necessary and appropriate policies and procedures
• Leading Vantage’s Company Secretarial function, including preparation of key approval documents
• Leading legal compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and industry best practices
• Deal with disputes and advising the business in respect of contentious matters or litigation
• Liaising with external law firms for specialist property or litigation legal advice
• Providing legal advice on privacy, technology, compliance, GDPR, and employment issues to the senior management, business teams or Vantage Group’s Central Legal Team as required

• Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years PQE with experience in the areas of conveyancing/commercial property and property related litigation ideally with a blend of private practice and in-house experience
• Strong drafting skills and competency in relation to all types of commercial contracts, including property related legal documents
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills
• Strong commercial awareness
• Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills
• Planning and organisational skills

Previous telecommunication industry experience is desirable but not essential

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Employer Pension contribution
• Flexible working is part of our culture where your hours can facilitate your personal work-life balance
• Free Phone Bill – When you join the team, your phone bill is on us! You will also receive mobile phone purchasing discounts
• Learning and Development – We provide extensive training to all of our employees so they can progress in their careers
• Free Parking