Legal Counsel

We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support our Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) business. You will provide expert legal advice on MVNO\-specific commercial arrangements, telecoms regulations, and data protection compliance, playing a critical role in shaping our commercial and regulatory strategy in a dynamic and competitive market. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead the negotiation, drafting, and management of complex MVNO commercial contracts, including network access agreements, supplier contracts, reseller agreements, and customer terms. * Provide legal guidance on telecoms regulatory compliance specific to MVNO operations, including Ofcom regulations, spectrum access, and licensing. * Support the business in managing relationships with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and other key partners. * Advise on data protection and privacy compliance under GDPR and related telecoms\-specific privacy requirements. * Manage legal risk related to product launches, service offerings, and commercial initiatives. * Assist with dispute resolution and coordinate with external counsel on litigation or regulatory investigations. * Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting MVNOs and advise the business proactively. * Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and cross\-functional teams including Commercial, Finance, Technology, and Compliance. * Mentor junior legal team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes and policies within the MVNO business. **Candidate Profile:** * Qualified solicitor or barrister with a UK practising certificate. * Minimum 7 years PQE with substantial experience in telecoms law, ideally with direct exposure to MVNO or MNO environments. * In\-depth knowledge of UK telecoms regulatory frameworks, Ofcom requirements, and commercial telecoms contracting. * Proven expertise negotiating complex network and commercial agreements. * Strong understanding of data protection and privacy issues in telecoms. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. * Commercially minded with the ability to provide pragmatic legal advice aligned with business goals. * Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience managing or mentoring legal teams preferred.