Transformation Programme Manager
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Location: Newbury or London + *Hybrid
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Mon to Fri
*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.
Join our Vodafone Business Technology Solutions team, where we support businesses of all sizes with world-class technology solutions. We design and develop our Fixed Line solutions, drive efficiency through automation and AI, and implement it all directly with our customers.
What you'll do
The Transformation Programme Manager is a pivotal role within the Strategy & SDN Domain team, driving change management and organisational leadership to transform and grow VBTS UK.
The role involves leading transformation programmes and projects, prioritising and realising projected benefits aligned with the strategic roadmap.
Key responsibilities include developing and implementing the strategic transformation plan, managing interconnected projects, and ensuring optimal return on investment.
The role also requires robust governance, regular reporting, and effective communication to ensure organisational buy-in and alignment with strategic milestones
Who you are
Project/Programme Management: Proven experience in managing large, complex, and multi-disciplined projects/programmes. Ideally P2P or MSP Certified.
Adaptability: Flexible and effective in a changing environment.
Matrix Environment: Ability to work in a matrix environment, building relationships at all levels, and adapting style and influencing skills to suit complex relationships.
Business Change Skills: Strong skills in business change with a can-do attitude.
Solutions-Oriented: Desire to implement creative solutions.
Communication and Collaboration: Highly effective communicator and collaborator, adept at using various communication techniques to handle challenging situations and audiences.
Strategic Growth: Champion of strategic growth.
Operational and Commercial Acumen: Strong operational and commercial understanding.
Stakeholder Management: Ability to respond positively to constructive challenges, ensuring stakeholder buy-in while focusing on transformation programme milestones and benefits.
Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively prioritise.
Team Development: Passionate about growing and nurturing a high-performance team.
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 and market leading parental leave policies.
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.
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Our 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.