Senior Commercial Lawyer - US / UK Qualified

Overview

Location: Berlin, Berlin, Germany. Posted date: 3/26/2025. Type: Full-time.

1GLOBAL is a technology-driven global mobile communications provider dedicated to empowering enterprises worldwide to unlock the full growth potential of mobile connectivity. With a best-in-class telecom technology platform, a comprehensive suite of globally viable regulatory licenses, and privileged access to the telecom wholesale market, 1GLOBAL delivers seamless compliance and connectivity solutions. The company serves the world’s leading banks, corporations, and digital-first businesses, including neo-banks, travel companies, and payment service providers, connecting over 43 million devices globally. 2024 revenue exceeded US$100 million, reflecting ongoing investments in infrastructure, transformation, and growth.

Established in 2022 by Hakan Koç and Pyrros Koussios, 1GLOBAL is a European technology leader driving digital transformation in the global telecommunications market. It operates as a fully regulated MVNO in nine countries and as a regulated telecommunications operator in an additional 31 countries. Headquartered in the Netherlands with R&D hubs in Lisbon, Berlin, and São Paulo, 1GLOBAL employs over 450 experts across 13 countries.

Position Overview: We are seeking a commercially focused and experienced qualified lawyer to join our expanding legal team in a fast-paced technology and telecommunications business.

This position can be based in Amsterdam, Berlin or Warsaw and is suited to candidates qualified in the US, UK, the Netherlands, or Germany , with fluency in Dutch, German, Polish or Portuguese as well as English .

You will play a critical role in structuring and negotiating complex commercial transactions, managing regulatory risk, and advising on legal strategy across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements supporting the needs of a rapidly growing tech and telecom business, including major B2B commercial contracts, technical supplier and support contracts, MVNO and international roaming agreements.
• Draft and manage a wide variety of commercial agreements, including SaaS, cloud, and telecom infrastructure contracts, licensing, vendor, and strategic partnership agreements.
• Work cross-functionally with sales, procurement, finance, and operations to support commercial initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of contract templates and scalable legal processes.
• Liaise with external counsel to support international legal matters efficiently and effectively.
• Shape the company’s legal and commercial strategy, especially in relation to complex technology transactions.

Requirements

Must Have

• Qualified to practice law in the US, UK, Brazil, the Netherlands, or Germany
• 4–10 years of post-qualification experience
• Trained at a top-tier US, UK, or Brazilian law firm; in-house experience in tech, telecom, or digital infrastructure is an advantage
• Strong expertise in commercial contracts, telecom and technology law, and regulatory frameworks (US, UK, or EU)
• Fluency in Portuguese, Dutch, or German, and English (both written and spoken)
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills
• Able to manage complex legal issues independently while working collaboratively in an international environment
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to prioritize competing demands to deliver outstanding client outcomes

Nice to Have

• Experience with Brazilian, Dutch, or German corporate law
• Prior in-house legal experience with a focus on contract negotiation
• Exposure to IP law or telecom regulatory frameworks
• Fluency in French, Spanish, or other European languages
• A passion for technology and digital innovation

Why 1GLOBAL?

• Growth Opportunities: Advance your career in one of the fastest growing telecommunications companies, expanding over 40% year-on-year.
• Major Transaction Exposure: Be in the driver’s seat for transactions that will impact the future telco industry.
• Work with a Talented Team: Collaborate with Board, Founders, Senior Management, and external advisors.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced workplace where innovation is encouraged.
• Professional Development: Enhance your skills in a cutting-edge field.
• International Experience: Opportunities to work in different 1GLOBAL offices around the world.
• Open Communication Culture: Your ideas are heard in a supportive, transparent environment.
• Get Things Done Attitude: A results-driven team focused on impact.

1GLOBAL is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity drives innovation, and we offer a collaborative, dynamic, and international work environment. No agencies. We do not accept CVs from third parties.

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