About this opportunity
Are you interested in partnering closely with product, engineering, and business teams navigating complex legal and technology questions as they develop and bring to market next-generation telecommunications and digital infrastructure solutions? Then Ericsson's Technology & Products Legal Affairs (TPLA) team has the opportunity for you.
We are seeking a skilled attorney for the role of Senior Group Legal Counsel. Strong candidates will bring strong technical and legal acumen and experience advising on emerging technology issues, preferably within telecommunications, networks, or cloud services.
The Senior Group Legal Counsel will partner with stakeholders across Ericsson's global organization and collaborate with Ericsson's network of subject matter experts and Group functions. The role provides strategic legal guidance at the intersection of law and technology across areas including network security, data governance, strategic technology partnerships, artificial intelligence, platform services, trade, competition, and commercialization.
The team also supports Ericsson's approach to the responsible development and deployment of advanced technologies, helping product and engineering teams navigate evolving legal and policy considerations as innovation moves forward.
This role is well suited to lawyers comfortable working at the intersection of technology innovation, global regulation, and commercial strategy.
What you will do• Provide strategic legal counsel to business and engineering stakeholders supporting Ericsson's technology development and commercialization initiatives.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams advising on legal issues related to technology development, product offerings, and commercial engagements.• Develop scalable legal frameworks, guidance, and playbooks supporting efficient technology and product engagement.• Track and advise on legal and regulatory developments impacting the telecommunications and technology industries.• Engage with teams across the technology development lifecycle, identifying legal considerations early in product and platform initiatives.• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements relating to technology development, partnerships, and commercialization.• Provide legal training and guidance to employees, including senior business and technology leaders.• Contribute to internal legal strategies, policies, and programs supporting Ericsson's technology and product initiatives.• Support initiatives related to responsible technology development, data use, and emerging technology governance.• Partner with colleagues across Legal Affairs & Compliance and other Group functions including privacy, security, competition, sourcing, and policy teams.• Manage external legal resources where appropriate.
What you will bring• Master of Law degree (or equivalent qualification such as LLM or JD).• At least 5 years of experience as a technology lawyer, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house experience.• Experience advising on technology, data, security, or emerging technology issues.• Experience with IT, telecommunications, software, or cloud-related legal matters, preferably in international environments.• Strong business and technology acumen.• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to drive positive change.• High proficiency in English.
Application
We look forward to your application with CV in English. Please note that we do not accept, proceed, or respond for applications sent via e-mail. We have a 60% attendance from office.
Last day to apply: 30th of March, 2026
If you have specific questions, you are welcome to contact Raheleh Rouhani, Sr Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]
Location: Stockholm, Sweden or UK
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Stockholm
Req ID: 780887
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