Security Policy Manager

Vodafone; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone is seeking a policy expert to join their Corporate Security team. This role focuses on security policy and regulation, requiring strong writing and analytical skills and familiarity with telecom issues. Join Vodafone to drive impactful changes and contribute to national resilience and security.

Benefits

Yearly bonus: 10%

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

5 charity days per year

52 weeks maternity leave

Private pension with up to 10% match

Access to medical, dental care, health assessments

Additional retail and gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience drafting policy positions and responses required.
• Familiarity with EU legislative process essential.
• Strong knowledge of security policy topics within telecom industry.

Responsibilities

• Monitor developments in security policy impacting Vodafone globally.
• Develop policy positions and support consultation responses.
• Create narratives for engagement with external security stakeholders.

Skills

Writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Policy drafting

Security policy knowledge

Knowledge of EU legislative process

Thought leadership

External stakeholder representation

Job description

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Join Us

At Vodafone, we're not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers - we're shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you're part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you'll do

This exciting role entails the responsibility of working on Vodafone's policy approach to security policy and regulation topics.

This role will cover key security policy priorities including: the role of telecoms providers in contributing to national resilience; how Vodafone supports Europe's vision for technological sovereignty; public/private partnership opportunities in response to emerging technologies (e.g., AI, post-quantum cryptography) and hybrid threats.

You will report to the Head of Government Security & Regulation within the Vodafone Group Corporate Security team and work closely with the public affairs team and wider public policy teams.

• Monitor and analyze developments in security policy and regulation impacting Vodafone globally, with a focus on the EU.
• Develop policy positions and support consultation responses and engagement plans for security topics, working closely with Vodafone's EU engagement office.
• Create narratives for Vodafone to use with external security stakeholders (EU, NATO, Industry Associations) and at key forums.
• Prepare Vodafone Senior Leadership for political engagement on security topics and incorporate security considerations into broader policy messaging.

Who you are

• You have excellent writing and analytical skills.
• You possess excellent communication skills.
• You have experience drafting policy positions and consultation responses.
• You are familiar with the EU legislative process and influencing policy outcomes.
• You have a strong knowledge of security policy topics and familiarity with the telecommunications industry.
• You can demonstrate thought leadership regarding the growing importance of security policy and associated risks.
• You understand the EU political landscape and evolving security topics.
• You are comfortable representing your organization to external stakeholders.

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don't meet all the criteria? At Vodafone, we are passionate about empowering people and creating an inclusive workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't match every requirement, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

What's in it for you

• Yearly bonus: 10%
• Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays + option to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
• Charity days: 5 days/year
• Maternity leave: 52 weeks (first 13 weeks paid, 26 weeks half pay)
• Private pension: up to 5% contribution with 2:1 match from Vodafone up to 10%.
• Access to private medical, dental, health assessments, share save scheme
• Additional discounts on Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loans

Who we are

We are a leading international telco serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe connectivity is a force for good, improving lives and protecting the planet. We empower people worldwide and promote diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in our workplace.

If you require reasonable adjustments or have accessibility needs during recruitment, please visit https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/.

Together we can.

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent by fostering an inclusive and rewarding environment, promoting diversity and equal representation.