Technical Delivery Portfolio Lead - VOIS

Who we areVOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFutureAbout this RoleWe are seeking a Technical Delivery Portfolio Lead to oversee a portfolio of IT and Digital delivery programmes supporting Vodafone UK’s enterprise strategy. This role is responsible for leading a team of project professionals and ensuring the successful, end-to-end delivery of complex, geographically distributed technology initiatives. The position plays a key role in driving business process transformation, embedding best practices, and enabling innovation through data, analytics, and AI-led initiatives while maintaining strong alignment with organisational objectives.What you’ll doLead and support a team of approximately 10–15 project professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance cultureAct as a key service interface for UK IT & Digital portfoliosCoach, mentor and support team capability developmentContinuously improve delivery practices and ways of working to enhance efficiencyPlan, allocate and monitor team utilisation, including recruitment and capability developmentDefine clear objectives, roles and performance expectations aligned with strategic goalsManage stakeholder relationships across multiple functions and seniority levelsOversee end-to-end project delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within scope, quality and budgetEnsure adherence to governance standards and project management best practicesManage risks, issues and dependencies with effective mitigation and escalationProvide accurate operational and performance reportingCollaborate with external partners and internal matrix teams to deliver outcomesLeverage AI technologies and data analytics to enhance delivery effectiveness and decision-makingDrive quality, consistency, and process excellence across the portfolioWho you areStrong leadership and people development capabilitiesProven experience in project and portfolio delivery within IT or telecommunications environmentsConfident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skillsSkilled in managing complexity, resolving conflicts and influencing outcomesExperience in managing distributed teams and working within matrix organisationsKnowledge of business transformation, digital delivery, and data-led decision-makingDemonstrated ability in financial planning, budgeting and resource managementFamiliarity with partner/vendor managementWell-organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities effectivelyHolds a relevant degree in computer science, engineering, telecommunications or managementCertified in recognised project management frameworks such as PRINCE2, PMP, Agile or SAFeFluent in EnglishNot a perfect fit?Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.What's in it for youOpportunity to lead strategic, high-impact programmes within a global organisationExposure to senior stakeholders and complex international delivery environmentsA collaborative culture focused on continuous learning and innovationAbility to shape delivery practices and influence transformation initiativesCareer development through leadership experience and cross-functional engagementWhat skills you will learnAdvanced portfolio and programme leadership techniquesStrategic stakeholder management at senior organisational levelsApplication of AI and data analytics in delivery optimisationLarge-scale resource and financial planningDriving enterprise-wide transformation and operational excellenceVOIS Equal Opportunity Employer CommitmentVodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. Join UsAt Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. 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