SOX Compliance Specialist

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 a SOX Compliance Lead to drive effective governance, support senior management in establishing control objectives, and ensure the seamless execution of SOX controls across complex IT environments. The role requires strong technical, audit, and stakeholder‑management capabilities, with responsibility for controls implementation, compliance monitoring, remediation, and audit coordination.

What you will do

• Support senior management in defining and refining control objectives aligned with SOX requirements.
• Lead the implementation of SOX controls across the VCI environment to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Monitor compliance status, track deviations, and drive continuous adherence to control frameworks.
• Manage remediation activities for identified control deficiencies, ensuring timely closure and improved control maturity.
• Execute SOX controls and maintain readiness for internal and external audits.
• Act as the primary point of contact during SOX audits, coordinating smoothly with internal and external auditors.
• Lead and support transformation initiatives, enabling process optimisation and control automation where applicable.

Who you are

• Bring 7+ years of experience in SOX compliance, IT controls, internal audit, or risk management roles.
• Possess strong working knowledge of SOX principles, particularly IT General Controls (ITGC).
• Demonstrate familiarity with User Access Management processes, including Joiner, Leaver and periodic access review activities.
• Have a strong understanding of IT environments, applications, access management and cybersecurity controls.
• Experienced in managing audit cycles end‑to‑end, including evidence preparation, walkthroughs and remediation.
• Knowledgeable in information security standards such as ISO 27001, CSA Cloud Controls Matrix and related frameworks.
• Skilled in operating across cloud and on‑premises environments, including data centre operations.
• Hold a relevant degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering or Audit.
• Possess certifications such as CSOXi, CISM, CISA, CRISC or CDPSE (preferred but not mandatory).
• Have strong analytical, organisational, problem‑solving and prioritisation capabilities.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with global and virtual teams.
• Knowledge of ITIL and project management practices is desirable.

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 work on global SOX and IT control transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to complex technology landscapes across cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Collaboration with international audit, risk and technology teams.
• Scope to enhance your governance, compliance and audit leadership skills.
• A dynamic environment that encourages innovation, learning and continuous improvement.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced SOX (ITGC) and IT risk management expertise.
• End‑to‑end audit lifecycle handling across global, multi‑vendor environments.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity, access management and IT governance frameworks.
• Transformation and process‑optimisation techniques.
• Enhanced stakeholder and cross‑functional leadership capabilities.

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

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