Specialist Fixed Ntw. Prg. & Transf Lead

Vodafone Group; Milano; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading telecommunications company in Milano is seeking a Project Manager to lead high-impact global initiatives. You will analyze and drive transformation programs, collaborating with diverse teams. Ideal candidates possess strong skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, and communication. The role emphasizes leading multi-country transformation efforts and providing program management expertise. Join us to make a significant impact in a sustainable future!

Servizi

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Opportunities for career growth

Sustainable work environment

Competenze

• Proven record leading transformation programs across different markets.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage cross-functional teams.
• Fluent in English.

Mansioni

• Lead high-impact global initiatives across multiple markets.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to define project objectives.
• Drive harmonization across countries within Fixed Access Engineering.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Team Management

Formazione

Degree level education

Strumenti

MS Office

JIRA

PEGA

Descrizione del lavoro

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

Key accountabilities and decision ownership :

• Lead high-impact global initiatives, collaborating with teams across multiple markets and business areas; typically delivering several cross-country programs.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and local stakeholders to define objectives, deliverables, workstreams, timelines, team structures, and other foundational elements of transformation programs.
• Provide program management expertise which supports the achievement of 3-5 year engineering roadmap; looking beyond methodologies to resolve sophisticated issues applying the most suitable method to achieve success.
• Drive harmonization across countries within Fixed Access Engineering, identifying synergy and consolidation opportunities, in line with Vodafone Technology strategic priorities.
• Promote legacy networks renewal and migration to approved solutions/vendors, through feasibility analysis and business case assessment.

Key performance indicators:

• Delivery of cross-country programs within the different markets on time, quality and budget (delivery of milestones, number of countries onboarded, re-use of architecture/design/vendor solutions)
• Introduction of Hybrid Agile Methodology in Fixed Access Engineering projects (number of projects, teams involved, Agile Product Delivery, short-term wins….)
• Drive harmonization initiatives such us Vendor Roadmap Harmonization, Testing Strategy, DSL Retirement, Network Lifecycle Management, B2T Commercialization among others fully living up to business expectations

Who you are

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• Proven record of accomplishment leading transformation programs across different markets, teams and methodologies, with an in-depth understanding of the technologies required to deliver high quality solutions within a fast-moving organisation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to manage and inspire cross-functional teams and contractors and influence them to take positive action.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate program delivery to team members and local/group stakeholders (Director/E-Band level) in a timely and clear manner
• Strategical view of Fixed Broadband Networks and Services, future directions of technology and how they add value to customers.
• Capable of building a true E2E view of Fixed Access networks and harmonization opportunities.
• Extensive experience in liaising with senior-level stakeholders and delivering successful change initiatives.

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Degree level education required
• Deep work experience in Telecommunications / IT Industry
• Relevant experience in leading multi-country transformation programs, with a demonstrated leadership progression.
• Project Management (PMP, Prince2, SAFeAgile) qualifications
• Superior MS Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with project management tools (PEGA, JIRA…) is a plus
• Commercial/Financial governance experience preferred
• Fluent in English

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people 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 still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

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, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.