VodafoneThree - Lead Product Manager, Network Monetisation

Location: London, Newbury or Stoke + 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.

Be part of our Business UK function, 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  

At Vodafone Business, Product isn’t just a function - it’s the driving force behind customer impact, commercial growth, and business digital transformation.  

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Product Manager to lead a Product team covering 5G Slicing, Satellite and Fixed Wireless Access products within Vodafone Business. 

You will be accountable for the end to end strategy, roadmap and delivery of this portfolio, leading a team of Product Managers to drive innovation, commercial performance and customer value. 

This role combines portfolio leadership and hands-on product ownership, working across Technology, Commercial, Sales and Marketing to deliver differentiated connectivity propositions for enterprise and public sector customers. Key accountabilities include: 

• Managing a product team: Lead and coach a team of 3-4 Product Managers, providing clear direction, prioritisation and performance management. 
• Product Management: Deliver and execute the overall product portfolio strategy and roadmap for 5G Slicing, Satellite and FWA, aligning with Vodafone Business priorities while balancing innovation, delivery capacity and commercial outcomes, ensuring strong governance across the full product lifecycle from discovery to retirement, and driving clear product accountability and decision-making across the team. 
• Product Development & Delivery: Lead the development of new 5G Slicing, Satellite and FWA capabilities, ensuring commercial viability, scalable delivery and strong launch readiness through close collaboration with Technology and IT teams 
• Commercial Ownership: Manage product portfolio performance, including revenue, margin, adoption and customer satisfaction, driving sustainable growth through effective pricing, investment planning and a strong focus on customer and commercial value. 
• Go-to-market & Sales Enablement: Drive sales enablement and strategic customer engagement by translating complex technical capabilities into compelling commercial propositions and continuously refining the portfolio based on customer and market feedback. 
• Market & Innovation: Drive market and technology insight across 5G, Satellite and FWA, identifying opportunities for innovation and differentiation and working with key stakeholders to develop and scale new propositions. 

Who you are  

• Experienced B2B Product professional, ideally with team management experience or ready to take the step from high performing individual contributor to managing a team  
• Good knowledge of B2B telco / connectivity products (e.g. mobile, 5g, IoT, fixed wireless, network capabilities etc.)   
• Experience delivering complex, cross-functional products in a large organisation.  
• Ability to manage the full product lifecycle, including launch and in-life optimisation.  
• Strong commercial acumen: business cases, pricing and packaging, performance tracking 
• Experience defining and managing roadmaps, priorities and trade-offs at portfolio level. 
• Ability to define and support complex sales and service delivery processes. 
• Ability to assess market opportunity and translate customer needs into clear product outcomes and prioritised roadmaps 

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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