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Vodafone • Budapest, Hungary

Legal Counsel - German Speaking

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Job Description

Hello there! We’re Vodafone Intelligent Solutions (also known as VOIS) and we’re looking for a


Legal Counsel - German Speaking

Your role in a nutshell:

Vodafone Intelligent Solutions (VOIS) has businesses in Hungary, Romania, Albania and Spain, Turkey, India, Egypt, Germany, Ireland, is a key element in Vodafone’s broader programme to transform, standardise and digitalise the management of various processes across commercial activities such as Customer Operations, Business, Corporate Functions, IT & Networks, and support functions such as Legal, Finance, HR, and the security teams. The VOIS strategy is underpinned by the ‘safe, secure and compliant’ agenda which is its license to operate for serving Vodafone local markets and group functions.

What you'll do:

  • Advise on labour law issues in Hungary and build a solid external network of advisors to support lawyers across the wider VOIS organisation to advise on labour law matters across the VOIS organisation
  • Develop and provide training on labour law compliance to HR teams in VOIS and advise on related policy development
  • Support legal leaders in handling labour law disputes
  • Support or manage contentious matters such as contract disputes or regulatory investigations.
  • Represent the company in interactions with external counsel and regulatory authorities.
  • Provide strategic legal advice on the performance of contracts and compliance with Hungarian and EU laws
  • Support the business in structuring transactions and mitigating legal risks
  • Assist in drafting and maintaining corporate policies and bylaws
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advise on a range of legal issues

What you will bring to our team:

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in private practice or an in-house legal role within the industry.
  • Proven expertise in non-contentious commercial law matters; experience with contentious matters is a plus.
  • Familiarity with intellectual property and antitrust law is advantageous.
  • Deep understanding of Hungarian commercial and Labour laws, with knowledge of EU regulations.
  • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills for complex agreements.
  • Strong analytical skills with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
  • Clear communication skills (written and verbal) in English, German & fluency in Hungarian is essential.

In return we provide you with:

A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome
• A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team
• Access to internal and external trainings via other providers
• A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture
• Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with One Business Mobile Superior subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU)
• Cafeteria package
• Private Medical Services
• Employee Assistance Program to support your well-being 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 you need to know about us


We are the engine that powers Vodafone around the world: our work impacts millions of people around the globe every day. If you want to experiment and learn fast, integrated into an international, multicultural and inclusive team, then VOIS is the place for you.

#movewithus #VOIS #_VOIS #VOISHU #LI-Hybrid

Company benefits

UK (28), India (22), Egypt (21), Hungary (20), Romania (20), Albania (22), Turkey (14) days annual leave + bank holidays
Work from anywhere scheme – work for up to 20 days/year abroad (dependant on country)
Annual bonus – dependant on company performance
Employee discounts
Personal development days – once per quarter
Learning platform – access to Harvard Business Publishing, MIT Horizon and Skillsoft
Enhanced maternity leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Enhanced paternity leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Volunteer days – up to 5 days
Coaching – access to a free certified internal pool of coaches
Mentoring
Carer’s leave
Adoption leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Enhanced sick days
Mental health platform access
Mental health first aiders
Employee assistance programme
Complimentary Medical Services – 24/7 online doctor service
Compassionate leave
Home office set up
Buddy scheme
Referral bonus
Early finish Fridays
Buy or sell annual leave
Cycle to work scheme
Life insurance
Sabbaticals
Salary sacrifice
Share options
Teambuilding days
Faith rooms
Enhanced pension match/contribution
LinkedIn learning license

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