VodafoneThree Graduate HR Programme

Vodafone; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Annual performance bonus

VodafoneThree benefits

Hybrid work

28 days off + bank holidays

Job summary

Vodafone is offering an HR Professional Pathway Programme for graduates. You’ll rotate across Talent, Reward, Learning and HR Business Partnering over two years, gaining hands-on experience and building a strong foundation for your career.

The programme is based in Newbury with London placements, hybrid work, a starting salary of £32,000, a £1,000 sign-on bonus, annual performance bonus and VodafoneThree benefits. Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, duration two years.

Qualifications

• Recently graduated and holding a degree with a 2.2 classification or equivalent.
• Willingness to complete a two‑year graduate programme across multiple HR disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in diverse placements across Talent, Reward, Learning and HR Business Partnering.
• Develop strategic and commercial thinking, decision‑making, and workforce planning skills.
• Support senior stakeholders and contribute to people experience improvements.

Education

2.2 degree or equivalent

Job description

Location: Newbury and London (dependent upon placement) + Hybrid. Salary: Competitive salary of £32,000, sign on bonus of £1,000, plus annual performance bonus and VodafoneThree benefits. Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri. Duration: 2 years.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. At VodafoneThree 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.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress – today.

What you’ll do

You don’t have to be building our network to help shape its future. On our HR Professional Pathway Programme, you’ll be at the heart of our people agenda, supporting our people and helping shape the decisions that move our business forward.

Through diverse placements over two years, you'll gain hands‑on experience across key HR disciplines, including Talent, Reward, Learning and HR Business Partnering, helping you build a strong foundation for your future career.

As an HR Graduate, you’ll see first‑hand what it takes to create great people experiences and how HR supports both our people and the wider business. You’ll build your confidence, strengthen your communication and relationship‑building skills, and discover the areas of HR that interest you most.

Throughout the programme, you’ll also strengthen your strategic and commercial thinking, evidence‑based decision‑making, talent management and workforce planning skills, as well as your ability to influence at senior levels.

Alongside a structured development plan, you’ll have the support and opportunities to grow, build your skills and discover how far you can go at VodafoneThree. Through collaboration and inclusion, you’ll be inspired to challenge yourself, achieve more and keep learning throughout the programme.

By the end of the programme, you’ll have gained broad HR experience, professional knowledge and practical skills to support the next step in your career.

Who you are

• You don't just care about our people and customers; you’re passionate about creating experiences that make a difference.
• You build strong relationships and help create an inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued.
• Change isn't a challenge; it's an opportunity. You thrive in dynamic environments and adapt as things evolve.
• Your thinking is innovative and forward‑looking. You’re curious, bring fresh perspectives and look for creative solutions.
• You’re driven by growth, development and new challenges, with the ambition to build your expertise and make an impact.

Our Professional Pathway Programme is for graduates who are ready to turn their interests into expertise and build a career with VodafoneThree. If that’s you, we’d love to hear from you.

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.

*Hybrid

We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

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.

Application process

• Eligibility questions
• Online assessment – includes a video interview, an image‑based personality questionnaire and a logical reasoning assessment
• Telephone call with a Recruiter
• Assessment centre

Please note the following:

• Applications are anticipated to close on 31st December 2026
• You need to have achieved a 2.2 (or equivalent) in any degree, recently graduated – i.e. a bachelors or masters obtained, or to be obtained, between June 2024 and August 2027
• You must also have the correct right to work documentation in place for the full programme duration. We do not accept the Graduate Route Visa.

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 regulator’s 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 assessment and selection process, 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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