VodafoneThree - Contract Negotiator

Location: The Speechmark, London + Hybrid Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits Working hours: Full time 37.5 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 part of the Vodafone Business Deals Legal team, you'll play a key role in helping the business secure and deliver complex commercial opportunities. You'll provide pragmatic legal support, manage risk effectively, and work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to enable confident decision-making and drive business success. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal expertise in a fast-paced technology and telecommunications environment while contributing to high-profile commercial initiatives. You'll support the negotiation of contracts, bids and tenders across a broad range of Vodafone Business sales channels and customer segments. You'll provide practical, solution-focused legal advice on commercial, operational and compliance matters, helping the business achieve its objectives while managing risk. You'll build strong partnerships with colleagues across commercial, finance, security, compliance, product, technical, regulatory and legal teams to deliver business-focused outcomes. You'll identify, assess and mitigate legal and regulatory risks, supporting compliance with evolving legislation, standards and assurance frameworks. You'll contribute to governance activities, legal training and guidance, helping to embed best practice across the organisation. You'll support continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to simplify processes, increase automation and enhance legal service delivery. You'll collaborate with external stakeholders, including customers, external counsel and strategic partners, building trusted relationships that support commercial success. You'll keep up to date with legal, regulatory and industry developments, sharing knowledge and helping drive positive change across the wider legal function. Who you are Experience working within an in-house legal team or in private practice. An interest in, or understanding of, the technology and telecommunications sectors and the legal landscape that supports them. Strong ownership and accountability, with the ability to manage your own caseload and progress matters independently while seeking guidance when needed. Good commercial awareness and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives. The ability to build trusted relationships and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach. Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal issues clearly to different audiences. A proactive, self-starting mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional development. An interest in process improvement, legal innovation and driving greater efficiency through new ways of working. A collaborative approach and a genuine passion for working as part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive team. Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in. What we offer We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies. Need to Know We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website ( https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/ ) for guidance. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you. #VodafoneThree #LI-Hybrid