Location: Newbury or London + Hybrid
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working Hours: Full time hours per week – Monday to Friday
*Hybrid
We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our 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.
Who We Are
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.
Why VodafoneThree
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
As Legal Counsel in our VodafoneThree Competition Legal team, you’ll be at the heart of ensuring we meet our commitments to the Competition & Markets Authority (CMA) while helping shape the future of telecoms regulation. You’ll bring your legal expertise to the table, working across all levels of the business to deliver practical, solutions-focused advice that drives compliance and supports our strategic goals.
1. In this role, you’ll be a trusted advisor and compliance champion, helping us navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence and clarity. You’ll:
2. Lead the implementation and ongoing development of our competition law commitments compliance programme.
3. Monitor and manage internal and external reporting obligations, including those to the CMA.
4. Collaborate with stakeholders across the business and with shareholders to ensure a consistent and coordinated compliance approach.
5. Provide timely, commercial advice on competition law issues across a wide range of projects and agreements.
6. Support the delivery of our annual compliance plan, including training and communication of key messages.
7. Contribute to regulatory consultations and support investigations or litigation as needed.
8. Help shape a culture of compliance and integrity across VodafoneThree.
Who you are
We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about making a difference and thrives in a collaborative environment. You’ll bring:
9. A degree and legal qualification (Solicitor, Barrister, Chartered Legal Executive, or equivalent).
10. Experience in private practice or an in-house legal role.
11. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a keen eye for detail.
12. The ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines under pressure.
13. Sound decision-making skills and the confidence to advise senior stakeholders.
14. Familiarity with competition law (preferred) and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
15. Telecoms sector experience (a plus, but not essential).
16. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.