VodafoneThree - Personal Assistant

Vodafone Limited; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days leave + bank holidays

Pension plan

Discounts & vouchers

Learning resources

Job summary

Vodafone Limited is seeking an Executive Assistant to the HR leadership team, providing trusted, high-level support to multiple senior HR leaders. The role focuses on diary management, travel planning and proactive organisation across the business, helping leadership stay on top of competing priorities and urgent requests.

You'll manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and handle travel arrangements, expenses and project-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-quality executive support, preferably in a fast-paced environment such as telecommunications or corporate services.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to balance multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail.
• Clear, professional communication and ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive, solution-focused mindset with discretion and good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive-level support to multiple HR leaders and senior stakeholders.
• Manage complex calendars, arrange internal/external meetings and coordinate travel with accuracy.
• Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and follow-ups.
• Anticipate needs and challenges, taking initiative to keep priorities moving forward.
• Handle expenses, invoices and purchase orders in line with company policies.
• Organise events and large meetings, from planning through to delivery.
• Collaborate with other PAs and provide cover for Executive Assistants when required.
• Support wider administrative and project activities as priorities evolve.

Skills

Executive support

Diary management

Travel coordination

Stakeholder management

MS Office suite

Communication

Tools

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

What you'll do

You'll be at the heart of the HR leadership team, providing trusted, high-quality support to multiple senior leaders and helping their days run smoothly. You'll stay one step ahead, confidently managing changing priorities, anticipating what's needed and building strong relationships across the organisation. From complex diaries and travel to events and project support, you'll bring organisation, judgement and a proactive approach to everything you do.

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 adjustments, 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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• You'll provide comprehensive executive-level support to multiple HR leaders, managing competing priorities and helping them make the best use of their time.
• You'll manage complex calendars, coordinate internal and external meetings, and organise travel with care, accuracy and efficiency.
• You'll act as a key point of contact for stakeholders at all levels, building positive relationships and ensuring clear, timely communication.
• You'll anticipate upcoming needs and potential challenges, taking initiative to find practical solutions and keep priorities moving forward.
• You'll manage expenses, invoices and purchase orders, ensuring they're completed accurately, on time and in line with company policies.
• You'll organise events and coordinate diaries for large-scale meetings, bringing structure and attention to detail from planning through to delivery.
• You'll collaborate with other PAs and support colleagues across the organisation, including providing cover for Executive Assistants when required.
• You'll support wider administrative and project activities when needed, adapting your approach as priorities evolve.

• 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.

• You'll bring experience of providing high-quality administrative or executive support to one or more senior leaders, ideally within a fast-paced environment such as telecommunications.
• You'll be highly organised and comfortable balancing multiple priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
• You'll communicate clearly and professionally, building collaborative relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• You'll be proactive and forward-thinking, with the confidence to anticipate challenges, take initiative and respond quickly when priorities change.
• You'll be comfortable managing complex diaries, meetings and travel arrangements while maintaining accuracy and discretion.
• You'll handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly, demonstrating sound judgement and professionalism.
• You'll bring strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly across Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• You'll be flexible, adaptable and solutions-focused, bringing a positive and collaborative approach even when working under pressure.

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. Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.