Legal Advisor (Commercial Contracts) - VOIS - Fixed Term Contract

## Who we are VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture ## About this Role We are seeking a Legal Advisor to provide timely, solution-oriented legal support across commercial contracting activities within Vodafone Business. This role focuses on drafting, negotiating and managing complex international contracts, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks. The position also contributes to regulatory, product development and strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance and enabling business growth. ## What you’ll do * Provide accurate and timely legal advice on commercial and contractual matters across enterprise business activities * Draft, review and negotiate complex, global, multi-country contracts with multinational organisations * Assess and mitigate contractual risks, proposing balanced and practical solutions * Manage high-complexity contracts with bespoke elements and limited standardisation * Analyse and negotiate non-standard terms for strategic deals and projects * Lead improvements of contracting processes and act as a subject matter expert for end-to-end contracting * Support knowledge sharing, training and capability building within the team * Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including regulatory, technology, tax and public policy teams * Prepare contract risk assessments aligned with internal policies and procedures * Provide legal support for product development and strategic initiatives * Maintain and develop contract templates and contracting frameworks * Assess legal implications of regulatory changes and support compliance processes * Participate in regulatory reporting, projects and communication with authorities * Support international legal matters, including coordination with local advisors and stakeholders ## Who you are * Demonstrates strong knowledge of commercial and contract law * Typically has 5+ years of relevant experience in commercial or contracting law * Brings experience supporting commercial business activities, ideally in an international environment * Holds a degree in law (professional qualification or bar admission is advantageous) * Shows strong analytical thinking, problem-solving and project management capabilities * Communicates clearly and confidently, with the ability to influence stakeholders * Works collaboratively and contributes effectively within a team environment * Demonstrates reliability, proactivity and attention to detail * Has excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesIs comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines * Has strong command of English, both written and spoken * Brings a commercial mindset with a track record of delivering outcomes ## Not a perfect fit? Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best. ## What's in it for you * Opportunity to work on complex, international legal matters across multiple markets * Exposure to high-value deals and strategic enterprise projects * Collaborative and inclusive working environment with cross-functional engagement * Continuous learning through involvement in legal, regulatory and product initiatives * Ability to shape contracting processes and contribute to organisational improvements * A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome * A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team * A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture * Opportunities to participate in company activities and CSR events * Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU) * Cafeteria package * Private Medical Services * Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing and mental health * Life and accident insurance * You can work remotely overseas for 20 days a year * 16 weeks fully paid parental leave. This applies to all non-birthing partners who become parents due to birth or adoption * You and your family members can enjoy several discounts from our partners * You will be working in a hybrid model, which means 3 days working from home with 2 days office visit per week ## What skills you will learn * Advanced commercial contracting and negotiation skills in a global context * Cross-border legal and regulatory expertise within the telecommunications sector * Stakeholder management and influencing skills across diverse business functions * Risk assessment and mitigation strategies for complex commercial arrangements * Process optimisation and legal operations capabilities ## VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. ## Join Us At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference. ## Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA ## Follow us on social media * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vois/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voisglobal * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voisglobal/