Virgin Media O2 • United Kingdom

Mobile Network Planning Manager

Employment type:  Full time

4 days/week at home

A little flex time

Job Description

Join our dynamic Models & Forecasting team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mobile network deployment! As a key member, you'll be entrusted with translating strategic and commercial questions into actionable modelled data solutions. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving the development of mobile network modelling and forecasting tools, while effectively communicating technical insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

With your adeptness in various network planning scenarios, you'll ensure the accuracy of modelled data inputs, adjusting parameters to meet internal stakeholder requirements. Your analytical prowess will shine as you forecast future KPIs and revenue, proposing delivery plans to optimize ROI. Dive deep into detailed site analysis, offering recommendations that directly influence over £200 million per annum in network investments. Seize this opportunity to make a tangible impact in the ever-evolving mobile industry landscape. Join us today and be at the forefront of innovation!

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

  • Track record in modelling and delivering scenario-based analyses.
  • Technical knowledge of the radio access network and key performance metric as well as an understanding into telecoms business/commercial concepts e.g., Churn, MBoU, ARPU, ROI
  • Ability to translate strategy & commercial exam style questions into modelled data solution and communicating the technical outcomes back to both technical and non-technical audiences.

The other stuff we are looking for

  • Experience working with stakeholders and senior leaders, able to build strong working relationships, understand others’ issues and influence without direct authority.
  • Ability and willingness to learn, test and use various software or analytical tools to break down, analyse, join and automate data processing
  • Analytical and critical thinker with a desire to solve problems and deliver

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family. #LI-JH1

Company benefits

Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at full pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 14 weeks at full pay
Adoption leave – 26 weeks at full pay
Shared parental leave
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Enhanced sick pay
Pregnancy loss leave
Teambuilding days
Open to part time work for some roles
Mental health platform access
Birthday off
Carer’s leave
Meditation space
Faith rooms
In office catering
Volunteer days
Employee discounts
Open to job sharing
Buy or sell annual leave
Cycle to work scheme
Life assurance
Financial coaching
Location
84%
Employees are very happy with their working location freedom
Hours
84%
Employees are very happy with the flexibility in the hours they work
Benefits
77%
Employees are largely happy with the benefits their company offers
Work-life balance
79%
Employees feel that they can switch off quite easily from work
Role modelling
78%
Employees feel that most people work flexibly
Autonomy
85%
Employees feel they have complete autonomy over getting their work done

Working at Virgin Media O2

Company employees

16,000

Gender diversity (male:female)

63:37

Office locations

Flexible; Primary Locations Hammersmith & Reading

Hiring Countries

United Kingdom

Awards & Achievements

3rd – Large companies

3rd – Large companies

Flexa100 2024
Consumer Goods

Consumer Goods

Industry awards 2023
2nd – Large companies

2nd – Large companies

Flexa100 2023

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