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Vodafone • Dublin, Ireland

Vodafone Ireland Business Management Discover Graduate Programme 2026

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Job Description

Location: Dublin
Programme Duration: 21 months
Rotations: 2
Start Date: 31st August 2026

About the Vodafone Ireland Graduate Programme

Here at Vodafone, we are restless and passionate about making the world more connected, inclusive and sustainable. Our human spirit – together with technology – enables us to achieve this. Kickstart your career with us and together we can connect for a better future. Be part of a global community where you can grow your skills and realise your full potential.

Our Graduate Programme is 21 months long and affords you the opportunity to experience two different team rotations within your chosen stream and skill-pathway, to allow you to build up your experience and skill set.

About the Business Management Stream

Skill Pathways: Project Management I Process Improvement I Sales I Commercial Acumen

As the world becomes more digital, agile and customer‑driven, the businesses that thrive are those that adapt quickly. In the Business Management stream, you’ll join teams that shape Vodafone’s strategy, transformation and day‑to‑day operations — making sure we stay ahead in a fast‑moving market.

Across this stream, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in project management, process improvement, product launch, organisation design, business transformation and human resources. You’ll learn how to turn insights into action, simplify complex challenges and support programmes that influence the way Vodafone evolves, grows and delivers for its customers.

This is your chance to play a defining role in how a global organisation operates. With every rotation, you’ll sharpen your leadership, strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills — preparing you to shape the future of the business.

Why Vodafone?

Kickstart your Career

Embrace a world of experiences and learning that will challenge you and help you thrive. Our global scale, vision and drive provide countless challenges and experiences that will stretch and excite you. You’ll have huge scope to begin a rewarding career, working with the latest technology. And you’ll receive the tools and development to ensure you’ll always be future-ready.

Shape your Future

Think big, take risks to break new ground, enjoy an agile environment and create the future. We believe in a digital future that improves everyone’s lives. To help us get there, we’ll give you the space to experiment and learn, the freedom to champion new ideas and products, and innovative ways of working and environments that help you do your best work and enhance your skillset.

Be Yourself

Bring your full self to work. Be yourself, share inspiration and belong to a global community. Join a dynamic global community where everyone is welcome. We’re positive, inclusive and open. Our shared behaviours and beliefs, known as Vodafone Spirit, make this a great place to work and belong. Enjoy working with great minds and diverse perspectives that will inspire you to achieve success.

Stand for a Purpose and Make an Impact

Make a difference to people, our business, our customers, communities and the planet. Our irrepressible drive for better is at the heart of all we do, every day. We’re improving the lives of individuals and helping societies and economies throughout the world. But progress should never be at the expense of our planet: we’re committed to halving our environmental impact by 2025.

The Essentials

We don’t classify them as extras, we see them as essentials. We care for your well-being. Through our Evolve Platform, you can access everything you need from mental wellbeing to physical fitness and everything in between. Get competitive pay and benefits, and work where you can best get the job done.

Who Are We Looking For?

  • Recently graduated (If you’ve graduated within the last two years)
  • Ready to start the role on 31st August 2026
  • A passion for technology and the power of connection.
  • A hunger for growth and learning
  • Determined to succeed and make an impact
  • Eligible to work in Ireland (If you require a work permit or visa it must be in effect from the 24th August 2026 and remain valid for the duration of your 21-month placement on the Vodafone Ireland Graduate Programme 2026.

Website Stream

With markets shifting and customer needs evolving, the ability to simplify, deliver and scale has never mattered more. In Business Management, you’ll help shape how Vodafone operates—turning strategy into outcomes across programmes that move the business forward.

Build breadth across Project & Programme Delivery, Product & Proposition, Process Improvement & Operations Excellence, and People & Organisation. You’ll learn to navigate change, influence stakeholders and land ideas at pace—backed by mentoring, toolkits and real ownership. Grow as a versatile problem solver and help us build a smarter, faster Vodafone.

Company benefits

UK (28), India (22), Egypt (21), Hungary (20), Romania (20), Albania (22), Turkey (14) days annual leave + bank holidays
Work from anywhere scheme – work for up to 20 days/year abroad (dependant on country)
Annual bonus – dependant on company performance
Employee discounts
Personal development days – once per quarter
Learning platform – access to Harvard Business Publishing, MIT Horizon and Skillsoft
Enhanced maternity leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Enhanced paternity leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Volunteer days – up to 5 days
Coaching – access to a free certified internal pool of coaches
Mentoring
Carer’s leave
Adoption leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Enhanced sick days
Mental health platform access
Mental health first aiders
Employee assistance programme
Complimentary Medical Services – 24/7 online doctor service
Compassionate leave
Home office set up
Buddy scheme
Referral bonus
Early finish Fridays
Buy or sell annual leave
Cycle to work scheme
Life insurance
Sabbaticals
Salary sacrifice
Share options
Teambuilding days
Faith rooms
Enhanced pension match/contribution
LinkedIn learning license

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Company employees:

85,887

Gender diversity (m:f):

61:39

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