VodafoneThree - Programme Manager in Newbury

Location: London OR Newbury + Hybrid

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Hybrid: We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

Who We Are: We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today. We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree: Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started. Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.

What You’ll Do: This is more than a Programme Manager role—you will play a pivotal part in shaping one of the UK’s most ambitious transformations. You will lead the delivery of enterprise-wide, business-critical programmes that will redefine customer experience, connectivity, and value at scale. Working across a complex, fast-paced environment, you’ll bring clarity, structure, and momentum to initiatives that truly matter—helping build not just a network, but a lasting legacy. You will lead end-to-end delivery of major strategic programmes, ensuring outcomes, scope, and timelines align with business goals. You will mobilise programmes from the ground up, including defining requirements, planning resources, and forecasting budgets. You will establish and manage robust governance frameworks, enabling clear decision-making, visibility, and accountability. You will drive cross-functional execution across design, build, testing, launch, and change management activities. You will proactively identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring transparent escalation and resolution. You will build strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders, creating alignment and enabling effective decision-making. You will deliver clear, timely, and actionable programme reporting, enhancing visibility across leadership and governance forums. You will lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance. You will continuously improve delivery standards by identifying challenges, capturing lessons learned, and driving maturity.

Who You Are: You will bring proven experience leading large-scale, enterprise-wide programmes within complex, matrix organisations. You will have delivered transformation programmes across multiple functions and delivery partners. You will be confident operating within formal and informal governance frameworks and engaging senior leadership and SteerCo stakeholders. You will hold a degree or equivalent experience, with recognised programme or project management certifications (e.g., MSP, Prince2, PMI, APMP). You will have experience within telecommunications or a comparable corporate environment. You will demonstrate strong programme governance, financial management, and risk management expertise. You will excel in stakeholder management, with the ability to influence and lead without direct authority. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, confidently presenting complex information in a clear, concise way. You will thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, maintaining focus, structure, and delivery discipline. You will bring strong leadership presence, sound judgement, and the emotional intelligence to navigate complexity with resilience and adaptability.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What We Offer: We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know: We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website for guidance. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.