VodafoneThree - Enterprise Risk Data Lead

Job Description

Location: Newbury + Hybrid
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday



Hybrid

We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.



Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.

You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.

We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.

Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.

What you’ll do

This role is the data backbone of Enterprise Risk Management, ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful reporting for both Senior Leaders and across all Business teams. It will drive data excellence, reporting accuracy, and continuous improvement, enabling proactive risk oversight and strategic decision-making. The focus will be on developing a single source of truth for risk data which can be used centrally and for all teams. It is essential that the successful candidate applies data validation and appropriate analytics to ensure the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) is being followed.

The position will lead on Key Risk Indicator (KRI) identification, tracking and analysis, heatmap reporting, risk scoring, and narrative preparation, while driving continuous improvement in data quality and reporting processes. This role will be pivotal in the development of proactive risk management and not only retrospective reporting. There will be a very close relationship with

• Risk Business Partners to ensure data is being consistently and accurately used,
• GRC tool partn to ensure our system is functioning and set up for success,
• Capex teams to ensure accuracy of risk data is captured and used for funding decisions.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• KRI Data Management: Own the end-to-end process for Key Risk Indicator (KRI) data collection, validation, and consolidation across all directorates
• Single source of truth: Develop a single source of truth for data reporting which is accessible, consistent and easy to use. Use this to identify new and innovative reporting and insights. Ownership of risk data taxonomy and metadata standards
• Risk Reporting & Narratives: Prepare accurate and insightful risk/issues reports, including heatmaps, trend analysis, and executive summaries for governance forums (ERCC, ARC). Identify best practice for reporting from both external and internal sources and incorporate it where applicable.
• Risk Score Tracking: ensure consistent application of risk scores across registers in alignment with ERMF.
• Data Quality & Improvement: Identify gaps in data integrity and lead initiatives to improve data capture, structure, and automation opportunities.
• Insights & Analytics: Deliver data-led insights on emerging risk trends, control effectiveness, risk interconnections and thematic issues to inform deep dives and horizon scanning.
• Heatmap & Dashboard Management: Develop and maintain dynamic heatmaps and dashboards for real-time risk visibility.
• Governance Support: Provide high-quality data packs for risk committees and ensure compliance with reporting timelines and standards. Data Migration: Lead all migration/consolidation programs to ensure consistency with reporting
• Partnerships: Liaise and build close working relationships with IT/Data teams/External Partners to optimise risk systems and drive process automation.
• Community Champion: Championing data literacy within the risk community.
• Audit action tracking: Tracking and Ensuring audit items across the team are tracked and actioned on time. Provide support for regulatory and audit data requests.

Who you are

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Risk Management within financial services or telecommunications, with a strong track record of delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and comfortable translating complex data into executive insights
• Strong experience in risk data management, analytics, and reporting within a regulated environment.
• Advanced Excel/Power BI/Tableau/SQL skills and familiarity with risk systems/tools.
• Understanding of ERM principles, KRIs, and risk scoring methodologies.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Excellent analytical and written communication skills, combined with strong IT proficiency, including advanced use of
• MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with telecoms risk landscape and emerging technology risks.
• Demonstrable application of innovative thinking to resolve issues efficiently, rather than waiting for crises or external

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

We believe that everyone has valuable contributions to make. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions within our team. Through the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme, we aim to offer interviews to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities who best meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to participate in the scheme, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.

What we offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.



Need to Know

We 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 (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-us/) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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