Technology Portfolio Manager

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Location: Newbury + Hybrid Working
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 Hours per week
Salary: Excellent basic salary + bonus and Vodafone benefits

*Hybrid
At Vodafone UK we believe that through collaboration and connection 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. Our "Office in a Box" home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.

Who We Are
We're a global technology communications company that empowers people and businesses to stay connected and thrive in a digital world. With a focus on innovation, sustainability and earning customer loyalty, we leverage cutting-edge technology to offer products and services that enhance communication and improve lives.

At Vodafone UK, diversity isn't just a buzzword, it is core to who we are as a company. We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to driving inclusion for all; creating a workplace that is fully representative of the communities and customers we serve.

Be part of Vodafone Business UK, a team that are revolutionising how customers use technology and connectivity. With our extensive range of products and services, we help all kinds of organisations - from small, local businesses to multi-national corporations - unlocking the potential of new technologies, including 5G, AI and the Internet of Things (IoT).

What You'll Do

• Continuously monitor portfolio performance and conduct periodic performance reviews.
• Provide reports and analysis to clients of senior management on portfolio performance and market insights. Own delivery & manage an assigned portfolio of business change projects enabled by IT.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and project team to oversee the creation of necessary documentation, including, plans, schedules, status reports, and meeting minutes.
• Ensure high delivery standards & performance of project teams formed by internal employees, contractors & external suppliers, providing guidance, support & assurance to team member
• Maintain strong relations and work closely with senior stakeholders across Vodafone and external partners in order to ensure alignment with the broader commercial objectives of the business.
• Ensure high delivery standards & performance of project teams formed by internal employees, contractors & external suppliers,, providing guidance, support & assurance to team members

Who You Are

• Demonstrable experience in building and managing complex stakeholder relationships
• Possesses understanding of frameworks (e.g. Waterfall/Agile) and methodologies (e.g. Prince2/ SAFe)
• Understanding of the application and software development lifecycle
• Technical change / transformation experience
• Experience of managing cross cultural teams
• Leadership - ability to manage, motivate & develop a direct team and in a matrix environment

Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone 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 believe that taking care of our employees is the key to their success. That is why we offer an excellent remuneration and bonus package with up to 28 days holiday entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and paid leave for charity projects. We offer an extensive benefits package that can be tailored to suit you and your family, including employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plan and share schemes. We take pride in our commitment to supporting you at every stage of your career by providing top of the range learning and development tools, market leading parental leave policies and an innovative Reconnect programme for people who have taken a career break.

Together we can
Vodafone UK 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 (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-vodafone/) for guidance.

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.