Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate
6+ Years PQE
2-3 Days a week in London office
Join a pioneering company that made the UK’s first mobile call, sent the first text, and has led the way in 3G, 5G, and beyond. With over 12,000 employees and 18 million customers, we're building a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable future.
We’re looking for a Senior Legal Counsel (Investments) to support a newly established Investments division, created to drive value across a portfolio of strategic assets and joint ventures across telco, infrastructure, and innovation.
About the Role:
* Act as Senior legal advisor on high-value corporate and joint venture matters.
* Work closely with the Investments Director, Group GC, and external partners.
* Provide expert counsel on governance, risk, and dispute resolution
* Influence board-level decisions and lead legal strategy across multiple geographies
You’ll Support Investments In:
* Telco (e.g., JVs in Europe, Australia, and India)
* Infrastructure (e.g., fibre and towers across Europe and Asia)
* Innovation (e.g., space tech, digital platforms)
We’re Looking For:
* A strategic legal thinker with proven M&A and post-deal experience
* Expertise in telecoms or tech sectors
* A strong track record leading legal teams and influencing senior stakeholders
* Significant in-house or top-tier firm experience