Technology Portfolio Manager

Vodafone; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual to join their Technology team. This role focuses on monitoring portfolio performance, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and ensuring high standards in project execution. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, the company offers a hybrid working environment that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Employees enjoy competitive pay, numerous benefits, and opportunities for growth in a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Bonuses

Up to 28 Days Holiday

Pension Scheme

Share Schemes

Learning Tools

Parental Leave Policies

Career Break Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding of Agile and Waterfall frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor portfolio performance and conduct performance reviews.
• Provide reports and analysis to senior management.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodologies

Technical Change Management

Cross-Cultural Team Management

Leadership Skills

Job description

Location:

Newbury + Hybrid Working

Working Hours:

Full time 37.5 Hours per week

Salary:

Excellent basic salary + bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working Approach:

Hybrid: Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing flexibility and resources needed for success. Our "Office in a Box" home working kit provides everything you need, no matter where you are.

Who We Are

We’re a global technology communications company empowering people and businesses to stay connected and thrive in a digital world. Focused on innovation, sustainability, and customer loyalty, we leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance communication and improve lives.

At Vodafone UK, diversity is core to our identity. We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to fostering inclusion, creating a workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve.

Join our Technology team to push tech boundaries, make a better world, and create groundbreaking products and services of tomorrow.

What You’ll Do

1. Monitor portfolio performance and conduct performance reviews.
2. Provide reports and analysis to senior management on portfolio performance and market insights. Manage an assigned portfolio of IT-enabled business change projects.
3. Work with internal stakeholders and project teams to create documentation, including plans, schedules, and reports.
4. Ensure high standards & performance of project teams, providing guidance and support.
5. Maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Vodafone and external partners to align with commercial objectives.

Who You Are

1. Experience in building and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
2. Understanding of frameworks (e.g., Waterfall/Agile) and methodologies (e.g., Prince2/SAFe).
3. Knowledge of application and software development lifecycle.
4. Experience in technical change/transformation.
5. Experience managing cross-cultural teams.
6. Leadership skills to manage, motivate, and develop teams in a matrix environment.

Worried about not meeting all criteria? At Vodafone, we value inclusion. If you’re excited about this role but your experience isn’t a perfect match, we encourage you to apply. Our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit.

What We Offer

We prioritize our employees’ success with competitive pay, bonuses, up to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, and tailored benefits including discounts, vouchers, pension, and share schemes. We support your growth with top-tier learning tools, parental leave policies, and programs for career breaks.

Together We Can

Vodafone UK is regulated by the FCA. All offers are subject to background checks, including criminal and financial checks. For reasonable adjustments or accessibility needs during recruitment, visit our Careers website for guidance.