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Technology Programme Manager

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  VT Vodafone IT
Posting Country:  United Kingdom
Date Posted:  27 Feb 2025
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:  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 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, on average 8 days a month. 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 Vodafone UK IT, which is at the core of our digital future, analysing and operating all our internal and customer-facing systems, with the aim of delivering the best customer experience. None of it would be possible without our innovative teams, creating a connected future with technologies like Cloud, AI and big data. 



What you’ll do 

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Technology Programme Manager to join our Home Broadband (HBB) Portfolio Team. The successful candidate will bring with them a broad range of experiences and a passion for end-to-end project delivery, utilising lean programme governance and a strong understanding of modern engineering technologies and practices. They will deliver through the HBB Value Stream and contribute to the success of this delivery model.

 

  • You will be responsible for end-to-end management and delivery of new Technology capability or enhancements to current Technology capability. 
  • You will compile & own your Project Plan, bringing together multiple plans and dependencies across a range of teams (sprint, scrum, test, integrate, release, and more) into one overarching perspective and plan. 
  • You will be responsible for managing RAID (risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies), governing milestones, and receipting adherence in line with your project plan. 
  • You will be embedding lean governance operating models, valuing ownership, responsiveness, predictability, and transparent delivery over pre-prepared project reporting. 
  • You will be responsible for managing the project finances and supplier commercials, including internal Capex/Opex.
  • You will be managing communication with business stakeholders to maintain transparency and trust throughout the project delivery (on Time, Cost, Scope, and Quality). 
  • You will be governing our use of Azure DevOps for your project or programme, providing effective and consistent usage, including dashboards, plans & roadmaps.

 

Who you are
 

  • You will be able to demonstrate extensive cross functional end to end technical project delivery experience.
  • You will ideally hold a professional Qualification Prince 2 / SAFe / APMG or significant equivalent experience within a similar role.
  • You will have a passion and understanding of the application and software development lifecycle.
  • You will have previous experience in delivering technical change / transformation experience
  • You will preferably have experience of managing cross-cultural teams.
  • You will have a passion for Leadership & the 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 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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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.

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