VodafoneThree - Internal Communications Channels & Editorial Lead

Aggregate function:  External Affairs
Business Area:  Local External Affairs
Posting Country:  United Kingdom
Date Posted:  26 Feb 2026
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. 

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

Location: London - Speechmark + 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

The Internal Comms Channels and Editorial lead is an exciting new role in the team, designed to ensure we create and deliver communications befitting the UK's leading communications company. It has primary accountability and responsibility for ensuring our content matches the quality of anything our employees consume in their day-to-day lives outside work. Our content needs to be impactful and engaging and tailored to our suite of channels.

  • Own and manage the overall communications plan for VodafoneThree, focused on telling the key elements of the VodafoneThree story.
  • Own new creative treatments and formats that can be delivered across our channels in a timely way. Applying innovative approaches to enhance our storytelling and develop our internal news room.
  • Responsibility for refreshing our content and channels strategy, including for Viva Engage and LinkedIn. Collaborate with stakeholders in every area of the business (Networks, Retail, Corporate) to find and develop compelling stories for our audiences.
  • Accountable for delivery of regular and insightful reporting so we know what's cutting through and what's not. Analyse the data to suggest improvements and to extend the reach of our channels.
  • Develop strong and collaborative working relationships with senior stakeholders to get things done - including with external agencies for video production etc.
  • Work closely with the External Communications team to make sure both internal and external messages and materials produced are consistent, aligned and relevant to the audience
  • Managing the weekly news flow for the business.

 

Who you are

  • Experience in working cross-functionally to align messaging and plan content in a meaningful and strategic way in large organisations. – Essential 
  • Ability to lead and be accountable for the internal communications plan – Essential 
  • Strong background in delivering communications to the highest standards across multiple functions - Essential 
  • Experience using a range of media, sound judgement and the deep knowledge of business and audiences. – Essential 
  • Strong senior stakeholder management.- Essential 
  • Experience working cross-functionally with a variety of stakeholder and business areas - Essential 
  • Dynamic, self-motivated and clear communicator with the ability to get to the heart of complicated issues with speed
  • Experience of Sharepoint and Viva and Engage platforms – nice to have



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.

We believe that everyone has valuable contributions to make. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions within our team. Through the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme, we aim to offer interviews to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities who best meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to participate in the scheme, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.
 

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/applying-to-us/) 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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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.