VodafoneThree - Acquisition Lead

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 our UK Networks team, where we’re continually building and enhancing our network, connecting millions of people and businesses across the country. Be part of the team that makes it all happen – simplifying, automating, and bringing better connectivity than ever before, with giga-fast speed, to our customers.
   

What you’ll do

This is a key role supporting the delivery of our network ambition, to build the UK’s most reliable and trusted network.

Working closely with the Senior Delivery Manager, you’ll lead the acquisition and planning of network sites, playing a critical part in enabling upgrades and new deployments across our RAN (Radio Access Network). Every site you help deliver directly improves customer experience as we continue our journey to build the Nation’s Network.

You’ll operate at the heart of delivery—bringing together regional teams, partners and stakeholders to ensure sites move efficiently from concept through to deployment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the acquisition and planning phases for RAN site delivery, ensuring alignment to programme objectives and business priorities
• Work in close partnership with Deployment Managers, regional teams and delivery partners to ensure sites are delivered on time, to specification and within budget
• Provide expert guidance on acquisition and planning challenges, resolving complex issues and enabling efficient site progression
• Ensure all sites are acquired and designed in line with company standards, planning policy and regulatory requirements
• Manage acquisition risks, including landlord negotiations, Electronic Communications Code (ECC) considerations and portfolio agreements
• Ensure full compliance with planning policies, statutory consultees and regulatory obligations throughout the acquisition and planning lifecycle
• Maintain strong governance around Health & Safety, ensuring all partners operate in line with corporate policies and legal requirements

Who you are

You’re an experienced delivery professional with a strong understanding of RAN site acquisition and planning. You’re confident navigating complexity, influencing stakeholders and driving progress in a fast-paced, multi-partner environment.
You bring both technical understanding and commercial awareness—ensuring solutions are practical, compliant and deliverable.

• Proven experience delivering within RAN deployment programmes, managing multiple suppliers, contracts and site portfolios
• Strong technical knowledge of site acquisition, planning processes and site design principles
• Experience managing acquisition risks and navigating regulatory frameworks, including planning policy and statutory requirements
• Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders to ensure solutions are robust, commercially viable and achievable
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across internal teams, senior stakeholders and external partners
• Demonstrable leadership and decision-making capability, with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to align teams and drive delivery across a matrix organisation

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 (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) 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.
   

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