Commercial Lead – Ecosystem and New Ventures in London

This is a senior commercial leadership role where you’ll shape and scale the next generation of Virgin Media O₂’s growth. As Commercial Lead for Ecosystem and New Ventures, you’ll own the strategic development of new products and propositions beyond our core connectivity services, taking bold ideas from concept through to launch and scale. You’ll play a pivotal role in building new revenue streams that help us win the household, working at the forefront of innovation across emerging verticals such as smart home, health and energy. Operating in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment, you’ll lead a portfolio of new ventures with full P&L accountability, combining strategic vision with hands‑on commercial execution. You’ll work cross‑functionally across product, finance, channels and supply chain, and partner closely with leading technology companies to bring differentiated ecosystem offerings to market.

Our ways of working

We’re a flexible‑first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days a month connecting with each other in person. That doesn’t just mean time in the office – it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross‑functional projects, or away days. What matters is making those moments count – so when we come together, it benefits everyone.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

We believe a better tomorrow starts with the choices we make today. That means moving the dial on diversity, building equity into everything we do and putting inclusion at the heart of our business. Virgin Media O₂ is an equal opportunities employer and we work hard to remove bias and barriers. We want every person who joins us – and everyone thinking about joining us – to feel seen, heard and supported. When you work with us, you’ll have access to our award‑winning employee network groups. These communities bring people together, champion allyship and create uplifting spaces where you can learn, share and feel part of something bigger. They play a big role in helping people feel connected from day one.

The must haves

• Significant experience in commercial, strategy, propositions or partnerships roles within technology, telecommunications, content or adjacent sectors
• Proven track record of launching and scaling new ventures or ecosystem‑based propositions
• Strong financial acumen with experience owning P&L and building robust commercial business cases
• Advanced analytical capability, including hands‑on financial modelling and performance analysis
• Senior stakeholder engagement experience, with the ability to influence and present at executive level

The other stuff we are looking for

• Experience working across emerging verticals such as smart home, health or energy
• Background in fast‑paced, ambiguous or entrepreneurial environments
• Line management experience or a strong interest in leading and developing teams
• Postgraduate qualification such as an MBA or equivalent
• Experience representing a business externally with strategic partners or at industry forums

What’s in it for you

• Bupa healthcare, wellbeing support, life cover, a pension and generous holiday – plus your birthday off
• Optional electric vehicle lease and Cycle2Work schemes
• Dental insurance and neurodiversity assessments
• Brilliant discounts on broadband, TV and mobile
• Access to the Virgin Family platform and the O₂ Priority app, with exclusive rewards and experiences, including chances to attend events at The O₂ and beyond