VodafoneThree - IT Enterprise Architect

Location: Newbury + Hybrid
Salary:
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 Digital teams where we harness the power of digital and embody the spirit of innovation to deliver the best solutions for our customers.
 

What you’ll do

The Enterprise Architect is a key role ensuring that IT supports the Vodafone business strategy, developments are co-ordinated across different programmes of work, re-use is maximised, and projects use consistent standards and approaches. The scope spans the end-to-end business operation, from marketing through to financial operations, and the end-to-end architecture, from channels to back-end systems supporting the full value chain.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist in the definition and governance of the Vodafone UK IT architecture, ensuring that it meets business requirements and performance goals, and that the technical direction is consistent with Vodafone strategy.
• Act as a functional end to end expert for a portfolio of related applications within UK Technology.
• Lead design reviews to ensure compliance to the target architecture throughout the development life cycle.
• Lead architecture effort for small to medium projects or be a member of an Architecture team for larger programmes.
• Manage or assist as requested the delivery of technical solutions that provide business advantage to Vodafone through effective right time, right cost, and right solution design.
• Work with product vendors and system integrators and Vodafone cross functional teams in achieving the above.
• Contribute to and understand the IT Architecture Strategy in conjunction with VF UK Strategy and VF Global vision.

Who you are

• TOGAF certified or with significant architecture experience at a strategic level.
• Understanding of business support systems in telecoms or related service provider, including some or all of eCommerce and digital self-service, sales and order management, contact
• centre, service management, billing and reporting and analytics.
• Knowledge of integration approaches including service oriented architecture and event driven architecture
• Experience of modernisation of an application portfolio
• Technical competency of solution design including integration of business support systems and mapping to business process. 
• Understanding of what it means to be a “digital” company
• Understanding of multi-channel customer service. 
• Ability to work with development domains to collaborate on designs, able to communicate with technical experts and business colleagues
• Demonstrated IT background with associated academic technical qualification and/or experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – ability to present technical solutions in easy to understand business language.
• Enthusiastic and keen attitude to developing knowledge in existing and upcoming technologies.
• Ability to build and maintain strong ongoing relationships across a business with internal and external stakeholders.
• Have a creative and inquisitive nature to support problem solving and solution design.
• Strong self management skills with the ability to manage own workload to complete assigned tasks to time and quality

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/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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