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Legal Counsel – Job Description
Who we are...
At Trustonic, we make smartphones affordable for the many, enabling global access to devices and digital finance through the world’s most secure smartphone locking technology. We partner with mobile carriers, retailers, and financiers across 30+ countries, powering device financing solutions that drive economic inclusion, profitability, and growth.
We pride ourselves on living by our Trustonic culture code, a blueprint for our journey that recognises great working environments don’t guarantee success, but bad ones almost always ensure failure.
Working here, you’ll find a company that celebrates its diversity and is looking to do the right thing—for each other, the community, and the planet. We believe in equal opportunities and take to heart the old African proverb:
“If you only want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
We work flexibly, when and where we’re at our best, but regardless of how you choose to work, we’ll make sure you feel like one of the team.
Read more about our culture code here.
If you’d like to work in a fast-moving global technology company, with great ambition, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Description
About the Role
We’re looking for a Legal Counsel to join our growing team and play a key role in supporting Trustonic’s next phase of growth.
As a global B2B SaaS business operating in the cybersecurity space, we help organisations manage risk and unlock opportunities by securing billions of connected devices across mobile, automotive, IoT, retail, and banking and payments.
Working as part of a lean and collaborative Legal function, you’ll:
- Partner closely with the Head of Legal
- Work cross-functionally with teams in Commercial, Product, Engineering, Security, Finance, and People
- Support growth while managing legal, regulatory, and compliance risks
This is a great opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being close to the business—combining commercial contracting, compliance, legal operations, and strategic support in a fast-growing technology environment.
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Responsibilities
Commercial Legal Support
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, supporting teams across the business with practical legal advice
- Partner with stakeholders to identify risks, solve problems, and enable commercial outcomes
- Manage contract processes, approvals, and documentation to ensure efficient deal execution
- Support relationships with external counsel when specialist advice is required
Compliance & Governance
- Support day-to-day compliance activities, including data protection processes, vendor assessments, and compliance records
- Help develop and roll out policies, training, and guidance across the business
- Assist with corporate governance activities, Board materials, filings, and legal documentation
Improving How We Work
- Help improve legal processes, templates, tools, and workflows as the business scales
- Contribute to building a modern, efficient legal function that supports a growing technology company
Who You Are…
- A commercially minded legal professional who enjoys collaborating with the business
- Comfortable balancing legal risk with practical, business-focused solutions
- Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- A clear communicator who can build trusted relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Curious, proactive, and motivated by solving problems—not just identifying them
What Makes You, You? (Experience)
Essential
- A qualified solicitor, barrister, or attorney in good standing
- Experience in commercial contracts and providing practical, business-focused legal support
- Strong contract negotiation experience
- Experience providing practical legal support to business teams
- In-house experience is preferred but not essential
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Desirable
- Experience within SaaS, technology, cybersecurity, or regulated industries
- Experience with GDPR, data protection, or compliance activities
- Experience improving legal processes, templates, or ways of working
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong commercial judgement and contract drafting skills
- Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly
- Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
- A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with excellent judgement and integrity
Qualifications
- Professional legal qualification
What We Offer
Compensation & Security
- Competitive salary reflecting your expertise and impact
- Bonus scheme sharing in our success
- Immediate pension participation
- Private medical insurance for you and your family from day one
- Income protection and life insurance for peace of mind
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance
- Remote working arrangements to support your lifestyle
- Open holiday policy (no upper limit—take time as needed)
- Support for volunteering and causes that matter to you
Growth & Development
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Exposure to global teams
Cultural Commitment
- Equal opportunity and inclusive culture
- A supportive, collaborative environment where your voice and wellbeing are valued
Impact & Purpose
- The chance to work on technology that drives global economic inclusion and makes a real difference in people’s lives
Trustonic is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on any grounds. We empower, engage, enable, and value differences between people, including:
- Races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions
- Disabilities and sexual orientations
- Education, backgrounds, skills, experiences, and knowledge
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