VodafoneThree - Senior Portfolio Manager

Job Description

Location: Independent (Homebased Working) with regional travel to customer sites
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri

*Homebased

Our homebased working means you’ll work from home almost all the time and come together on certain occasions during the year to be creative, collaborative and simply connect. Our “Office in a Box” home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.

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 our Vodafone Business Technology Solutions team, where we support businesses of all sizes with world-class technology solutions. We design and develop our Fixed Line solutions, drive efficiency through automation and AI, and implement it all directly with our customers.

What you’ll do

Responsible for the delivery of a portfolio of multiple client facing delivery projects. Typically leading a number of projects which could include matrix management of up to 150 internal colleagues up to and including Programme Manager level, the Senior Portfolio Manager is accountable for the successful delivery against the agreed scope, timeline, budget and forecast revenue targets.

A leadership role, the Senior Portfolio Manager will be responsible for engaging with all necessary senior stakeholders and governance forums to ensure the successful delivery of all projects included within the portfolio. Utilising the methodologies and governance regimes prescribed within the Projects and Programmes Management practice, ensure that a consistent delivery approach is adopted and the necessary controls implemented.. This role will also involve the creation and delivery of strategic objectives to optimise the performance of the delivery function within Vodafone.

A role focussed entirely on delivery, the principle responsibility of the portfolio role is to deliver all projects in line with business case expectations (time, cost and quality).

Strategic Alignment

• Interpret organisational strategy and translate it into clear portfolio priorities.
• Create prioritisation criteria and determine impacts of strategy changes.
• Build a high‑level portfolio roadmap including dependencies and constraints.

Governance

• Ensure a full governance model is in place following Vodafone’s PPM (Projects & Programmes Management) Practice.
• Produce a robust portfolio management plan.

Portfolio Performance Management

• Continuously monitor performance via dashboards, reports, and audits.
• Measure delivery outcomes against strategic and business goals.
• Manage portfolio‑level capacity allocation and prioritisation decisions.
• Control change using formal change management methods.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communications

• Analyse stakeholders to understand expectations and influence.
• Create and maintain a communication strategy and plan.
• Ensure consistent, accurate portfolio communications.

Portfolio Risk Management

• Determine portfolio risk appetite and produce a risk management plan.
• Maintain a portfolio-level risk register and analyse dependencies.
• Build shared understanding and ownership of portfolio risks.
• Facilitate contingency planning for aggregated risk exposure.

Who you are

• Extensive experience managing major projects/programmes in technology.
• Ability to operate effectively in a continuously changing environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Solid business, financial, and organisational analysis capabilities.
• Proven leadership, conflict resolution, and cross‑functional influencing skills.
• Certifications preferred: MoP, P3O, MSP.
• Strong knowledge of business process frameworks (eTOM, ITIL).
• Advanced financial understanding (budgeting, P&L, capitalisation).
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple complex programmes simultaneously.
• Telecoms industry experience is advantageous.
• Eligible for SC Clearance

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.

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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