Sales Manager, Public Sector

Vodafone; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

VodafoneThree seeks a Sales Manager (Public Sector) for the North of England. You will lead a high‑performing public sector sales team, shaping regional strategy and building trusted relationships with senior decision‑makers to drive digital transformation.

You will manage accounts across local government, health, education and emergency services, delivering profitable growth with fixed, mobile, and digital solutions. Join a team committed to delivering meaningful public‑sector impact.

Qualifications

• Experience leading, coaching, and developing high‑performing sales teams.
• Strong strategic account management and business development capabilities.
• Ability to engage with senior executives and public sector stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the North of England Public Sector strategy, aligning with regional priorities.
• Inspire and coach a team of sales professionals to create new opportunities and grow pipeline.
• Drive revenue growth through fixed, mobile and digital solutions across public sector clients.
• Build relationships with C‑level executives, elected mayors, and regional authorities.
• Identify market opportunities and develop growth strategies with cross‑functional teams.
• Protect and grow existing accounts via renewal strategies and retention initiatives.
• Collaborate with bid, commercial, and operations teams to deliver outcomes.
• Act as strategic advisor addressing connectivity, inclusion, and productivity challenges.
• Provide accurate forecasting and develop plans for sustainable year‑on‑year growth.
• Champion Vodafone Business across the regional public sector ecosystem.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team coaching

Stakeholder management

Public sector

Forecasting

Job description

VodafoneThree - Sales Manager (Public Sector) - North of England

Location: N/A, United Kingdom

Department: Public Sector - North

Work Location: onsite

Location: UK+ Location Independent Worker

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Location Independent Worker

As a Location Independent Worker, for operational reasons you may be required to perform your duties, either temporarily or permanently, from any of our offices or customer sites within a reasonable geographic area of your home address. 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.

Be part of our Business UK function, a team that are revolutionising how customers use technology and connectivity. With our extensive range of products and services, we help all kinds of organisations – from small, local businesses to multi-national corporations – unlocking the potential of new technologies, including 5G, AI and the Internet of Things (IoT).

What you’ll do

As Sales Manager, you'll lead a high-performing team of sales professionals across the North of England, helping public sector organisations unlock the power of digital transformation. You'll play a key role in shaping Vodafone Business' regional public sector strategy, building trusted relationships with senior decision-makers, and driving profitable growth across local government, healthcare, emergency services, education, and other public sector bodies.

• Lead and deliver the North of England Public Sector strategy, aligning solutions with regional priorities, devolution agendas, and place-based public service transformation.
• Inspire, coach, and develop a team of sales professionals to create new business opportunities, build strong pipelines, and achieve ambitious growth targets.
• Drive revenue growth through the sale of innovative fixed, mobile, and digital solutions across a diverse customer portfolio.
• Build and strengthen relationships with senior stakeholders including C-level executives, elected mayors, regional authorities, and public sector leaders.
• Identify emerging market opportunities, customer needs, and industry trends to create compelling growth strategies.
• Protect and grow existing accounts through effective account planning, renewal strategies, and customer retention initiatives.
• Collaborate with specialist sales, bid, commercial, and operational teams to deliver outstanding customer outcomes.
• Act as a strategic advisor, helping customers address challenges around connectivity, digital inclusion, productivity, and public service transformation.
• Provide accurate forecasting, assess risks, and develop plans that support sustainable year-on-year growth.
• Champion Vodafone Business across the wider regional public sector ecosystem, positioning the business as a trusted transformation partner.

Who you are

• A proven sales leader with a strong track record of delivering revenue growth and exceeding business targets.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing sales teams.
• Strong strategic account management and business development expertise.
• The ability to engage, influence, and negotiate confidently with senior executives and key public sector stakeholders.
• Experience creating compelling customer value propositions that deliver measurable outcomes.
• A strong understanding of customer buying processes and complex stakeholder environments.
• Knowledge of fixed and mobile technology solutions and their application within large organisations.
• Strong commercial acumen, forecasting, and pipeline management skills.
• An understanding of the UK public sector landscape, particularly local government, health, education, emergency services, and regional authorities.
• Knowledge of regional devolution, public sector procurement, and the North of England public sector environment would be highly advantageous.
• A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with a passion for building trusted relationships and delivering customer success.
• Someone who challenges conventional thinking, embraces innovation, and is motivated by making a meaningful impact across public services.

I’m 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/reasonable-adjustments/) 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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