Senior Counsel, Product

Vodafone

Oct 1, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior & Expert Level
Legal
London

Requirements

Solicitor or barrister practising in either private practice or in an in-house role in the commercial field.
Able to deal with highly complex and high risk issues in relation to commercial law. Excellent level of general legal knowledge.
Expert drafting skills and able to draft all necessary documentation up to the highest level of complexity.
Excellent level of commercial judgement and consultancy skills; able to advise internal customers confidently and effectively at all levels but with particular skill to influence at Director level.
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills and able to lead on complex legal negotiations in both private and public sector.
Working knowledge of Vodafone Limited’s regulatory environment (whether OFCOM, ICO, FCA, MHRA)
Excellent decision-making skills on conduct of all matters within the working area and able to provide leadership on strategic issues relating to procurement contracts and related matters.
Able to review legal work of others and provide coaching and guidance.
Some experience in advising on financial services and promotions, including consumer credit, payment services and insurance) is desirable but not essential
Sound commercial and legal judgement
Ability to devise innovative solutions and lead change management
Good decision-making skills and ability to identify and communicate key risks to internal and external stakeholders
Skilled at providing practical, strategic and logical advice tailored to the peer, seniors and stakeholders
Experience of successfully managing, coaching and developing others, creating a positive and collaborative team ethos and a culture of physical and psychological safety

Responsibilities

Work alongside the Head of Legal, Legal Leadership team and senior lawyers to deliver Vodafone Business, Business Product and Legal Strategy and drive team development and engagement; to own and drive Business Project Legal activities and projects;
Work alongside Senior Counsel and Counsel in providing specialist and expert product legal advice; and; drive Business legal transformation projects, process improvement and change innovation
Lead legal advisor providing legal support in relation to new Business product development, service introduction, product improvement activities
Business partner for key stakeholder relationships in Business Product, Commercial, Business Marketing, Digital, Data & Transformation
Managing Business Product Legal priorities and resource planning using agile tools and processes
Strategic legal advice on all key Business Product projects, on Business Legal contract template strategy and the creation of Business UK Product contract documentation
Lead liaison with Group Product Legal teams and linked process such as Trust By Design
Providing expert advice on structuring, and drafting and negotiating contracts with suppliers, partners and customers required in the development and deployment of the Business Product catalogue.
Establishing and maintaining relationships with relevant functions beyond Business Product who also in the development and/or deployment of Business Products e.g. Regulatory, Compliance, Supply Chain, VPC, Legal Technology Teams
Developing and leading on stakeholder training covering key legal issues and in running “Product Meets Deals” sessions.
Advising on financial services matters on consumer credit and payment services. Drafting and maintaining consumer credit documentation.
Advice in relation to Business marketing, advertising and sponsorship agreements. Developing and maintaining efficient and effective relationships with the Business Marketing teams.
Advising the Vodafone In Health team (VIH) on product strategy and development, marketing and sponsorship arrangements.
Assisting in the maintenance and evolution of Totem (Business Product Legal’s database of live Business products and the Service Terms applicable to them)
Creating and evolving Product legal know-how, guidance notes and process improvements
Managing the relationship between external solicitors and Vodafone Limited in relation to all Business Product activities.
As a senior lawyer within the function, working with the General Counsel, Head of Legal and Legal Leadership team to deliver team objectives and raising the profile and impact of the Legal function within the business.
Reviewing a wide range of sources of information for proposed legal developments and up to date case law;; flagging up emerging issues to the Group and UK Legal teams and the business as appropriate;

FAQs

What is the location for the Senior Counsel, Product position?

The position is located in Newbury or London with a hybrid working approach.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary is an excellent basic salary plus a bonus and Vodafone benefits.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours are full-time, 37.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday.

How many days a week are employees expected to work in the office?

Employees are generally expected to be in the office 2-3 days each week, averaging 8 days a month.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

Vodafone UK is committed to diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace that is representative of the communities and customers they serve.

What key responsibilities does the Senior Counsel role entail?

Responsibilities include providing legal support for new business product development, managing key stakeholder relationships, and leading on strategic legal advice regarding business product projects.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this position?

Candidates should be a solicitor or barrister with experience in commercial law, able to handle complex legal issues and possess excellent drafting and negotiating skills.

Is experience in financial services required for this role?

Experience in advising on financial services is desirable but not essential.

What benefits does Vodafone offer to its employees?

Vodafone offers an excellent remuneration and bonus package, up to 28 days holiday entitlement, a flexible benefits package, learning and development tools, and top market parental leave policies.

Are background checks required for employment?

Yes, all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal and financial checks to meet regulatory standards.

Can adjustments be made during the recruitment process for individuals with accessibility needs?

Yes, Vodafone provides support for reasonable adjustments or accessibility requests during the recruitment journey.

Vodafone

Together We Can

Telecommunications

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1982

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Vodafone, we are known for our technology, but the truth is, it is humanity that drives our business forward. With the global pandemic raising so many questions for tech brands, it has highlighted the leading role that we need to play. We believe that, when working together, humanity and technology can find the answers and create a better future for all. Working at Vodafone is all about helping people feel ready to benefit from new technology. We bring the future to even the most remote places, using technology to help families in disaster zones, showing young people that a phone is not just for fun and thinking about technology that doesn’t even exist yet. More than 35 years ago, we made the first-ever mobile phone call, we sent the first SMS in Britain and have been changing the lives of billions of people ever since. Now, we are using smartphones to fight cancer, big data for social good, and we aim to connect over 250 million people to our next generation networks by 2025. We are passionate about building a workplace where you can truly be yourself, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive and make a real difference to people and our planet. We are known for our technology, but it is humanity that drives us forward. What are you passionate about? #TogetherWeCan