Within the IPR&EM team, you will deliver one of our strategic Programmes as defined in our Roadmap. These can be complex network site closures or rationalisation projects of variable risk and complexity on behalf of Vodafone to support our role out of the UK’s Best Network.  All projects are to be delivered in accordance to the agreed time, cost and quality and realise the expected benefits by key stakeholders

What will you be doing?
•    Ensure the project is established, executed and closed following standard company governance 
•    Responsible for documentation of outputs, analysis and tools used in project activity
•    Manage handover of deliverables to operations ensuring skills and knowledge transfer.
•    At all times ensuring there is an effective Risk Mitigation and Issue management process in place 
•    Clarifies the skill requirements of a Project and builds a team capable of managing that project
•    Defines clear Roles & Responsibilities and reporting relationships for stakeholders on the project and provides performance feedback
•    Manages delivery scope and resolves deviation 
•    Provides accurate and timely communication and reporting to the relevant stakeholders, escalating where required
 

Who are we looking for?
•    An understanding of fixed line networks, underlying network technologies and the different enabling functions including technology, IT, Product management, fulfilment and operational management 
•    Strong project governance and appropriate use of control mechanisms to ensure excellent customer outcomes
•    Defines scope, business objectives, requirements and deliverables that stakeholders expect
•    Creates WBS Dictionary containing detailed deliverables, activity and scheduling information
•    Negotiates with stakeholders and tracks benefits.
•    Facilitates a Completion Review Meeting and leverage programme governance

What’s in it for you?
An excellent remuneration and bonus package with 28 days holiday entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and paid leave for charity projects. We offer an extensive and flexible benefits package that can be tailored to suit you and your family. We’re proud to provide a Reconnect programme with flexibility for individuals returning to work after a career break. From our market-leading parental leave policies through to employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plan and share schemes we are committed to supporting you throughout your career with Vodafone.

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 (careers.vodafone.co.uk) under Career Support, for guidance.

Blended
Vodafone UK’s blended working approach means you’ll come to your contracted hub location office as and when needed to get things done for your role and for tasks that require it, otherwise you will be able to work from home. Our ‘Office in a Box’ home-working kit will be available for all who need it during your onboarding journey.