Senior Manager, B2B Beyond Core

Virgin Media Business Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Global is seeking a strategic leader to shape and execute a commercial view on the European B2B market. You will work with the VP and C&O leadership to grow revenues from near-core ICT/cloud products and services and build practical plans by partnering with key players or forming new capabilities.

You will lead priority projects within a small, high-impact team, negotiating with stakeholders at all levels to deliver results in a complex international environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in developing and supporting commercial strategies.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to engage with various levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new products and services to drive revenue in B2B/SME.
• Coordinate relationships with main B2B partnerships and hyperscalers.
• Contribute to defining capabilities within OpCos, including sales and IT/platforms.

Skills

Commercial strategy development

Analytical skills

Excellent communicator

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics or related field

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

Work with the VP and the C&O leadership by helping shape and execute a strategic, commercial view on the European B2B market - especially focusing on growing revenues from near-core and ICT/cloud products and services. You'll work closely with different teams to build a practical plan for capturing growth opportunities in B2B, whether that's by building new capabilities, partnering with key players, or identifying promising market trends. You will proactively lead priority projects for Commercial & Operations, operating autonomously within a small, high-impact team, and negotiate and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to deliver results.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Product & Market Support: Play an active role in identifying and developing new products and services that can drive revenue in the B2B/SME segment. Work with both OpCo teams and central functions to help implement successful product strategies and replicate winning formulas across markets.
• Partnership Coordination: Act as a key point of contact in managing our main B2B partnerships, including relationships with major hyperscalers (e.g. Google, Amazon, Microsoft) and system integrators. Help establish a structured approach to ensure smooth and consistent collaboration with partners.
• Capability Development: Contribute to defining and building the necessary capabilities within the OpCos, such as sales, IT/platforms, and more. Support initiatives that enhance these skills - whether through training, partnerships, or other development programs.
• M&A Support: Work with VP in coordinating various stakeholders involved in M&A activities, at times taking the lead and ensuring that potential inorganic growth opportunities are thoroughly explored and executed with proper oversight.
• Knowledge Sharing: Help organize regular sessions with industry peers and keep a pulse on commercial, operational, and tech trends to ensure we stay ahead of the curve.
• Reporting & Insights: Support the preparation of commercial and operations updates for internal meetings (like operating reviews and strategy sessions), providing clear insights that inform decision-making.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong experience in developing and supporting commercial strategies Strong analytical and presentation skills Excellent communicator with the ability to engage with various levels of the organization Comfortable working in a complex, international matrix environment A collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder management skills Hands‑on approach and ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines Fluent in English

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in corporate strategy and/or commercial/B2B environments
• Experience in management consulting or similar roles
• Background in transformation or operations management
• Familiarity with the telco, media, or related industries is a plus

PREFERRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a bonus.

ABOUT US

We’re building Tomorrow’s Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology. Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting‑edge infrastructure, content and technology ventures. With our investments in fibre‑based and 5G networks we play a vital role in society, currently providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections and rolling out the next generation of products and services, while readying our networks for 10 Gbps and beyond. We’re creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland and UPC in Slovakia. Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the FormulaE racing series. Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence. And we’re prioritising diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet.

* Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. So we’re keen to hear from candidates of all background and circumstances.

Our Story We’re building Tomorrow’s Connections Today. Liberty Global is a leading international converged connectivity and investment company focused on creating sustainable, long‑term value for customers, employees and shareholders through the strategic management of three platforms — Liberty Telecom, Liberty Growth and Liberty Services. Liberty Telecom is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications services, delivering next‑generation products through advanced fibre and 5G networks. It currently provides approximately 80 million connections through some of Europe’s best‑known consumer brands, including Virgin Media‑O2 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, and Virgin Media in Ireland. With our substantial scale and commitment to innovation, we are building Tomorrow’s Connections Today, investing in the infrastructure and platforms that empower our customers to make the most of the digital revolution, while deploying the advanced technologies that nations and economies need to thrive. Liberty Growth invests, grows and rotates capital into scalable businesses across the technology, media/content, sports and infrastructure industries with a portfolio of approximately 70 companies and various funds, including stakes in companies like ITV, Televisa Univision, Plume, EdgeConneX and AtlasEdge, as well as our controlling interest in the FormulaE racing series. Liberty Services delivers innovative technology and finance services, generating approximately $600 million in revenue. Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence, with a commitment to building a culture where everyone feels they belong. And we’re prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet.

OUR FUTURE OUTLOOK IS EXCITING, TOGETHER

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