Senior Manager_Project Manager-OIT_Pune

Job Description

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex Office IT projects across global geographies. This role involves managing end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards. The individual will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, drive governance, and manage large-scale initiatives impacting over 100,000 users.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple large-scale projects (1–2 year-long initiatives) within the Office IT domain.
• Plan, coordinate, and deploy releases into production while ensuring zero escalations from high-impact stakeholders.
• Lead governance structures, stakeholder engagement, and third-party vendor negotiations for fixed-price work packages.
• Drive improvements in project delivery processes, ensuring adoption of solutions and alignment with Vodafone Way principles of Speed, Simplicity, and Trust.
• Mentor senior managers and project leads, oversee goal setting and appraisals, and ensure effective utilisation of resources.

Who you are

• 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 6 years handling multiple projects.
• Certified in PMP/PRINCE2, Scrum Master, SAFe, and ITIL.
• Proven ability to deliver large projects (€1–2M+) across geographies and manage CXO-level stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of ITIL service delivery, CAPEX/OPEX cycles, and captive organisation functioning.
• Hands-on experience with SAFe Agile framework and agile project deliveries.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• International exposure and ability to work across diverse cultures.

Not a Perfect Fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to lead global projects impacting over 100,000 users.
• Exposure to cutting-edge Office IT technologies and agile frameworks.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment with international stakeholders.
• Career growth through mentoring and leadership responsibilities.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced project and programme management techniques.
• Agile delivery practices and SAFe framework implementation.
• Financial management of large-scale projects (CAPEX/OPEX).
• Cross-cultural stakeholder engagement and governance.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join Us

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 truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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