Demand and Planning Lead

VodafoneThree: Demand and Planning Lead

Location: Newbury  *Hybrid working

Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week –  Mon – Fri

*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. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.
 

Who We Are

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.

As Demand and Planning Lead, you’ll be at the centre of how we shape and deliver our data and analytics products – ensuring what we build is aligned to the needs and priorities of the business.

You’ll take ownership of our D&A product catalogue, keeping it clear, relevant and evolving as we do. You’ll shape and maintain the product roadmap, helping guide where we focus and how we deliver impact. You’ll also lead the D&A front door for new demand – creating a seamless way for ideas to come in, be assessed, and prioritised so the right work happens at the right time.
 

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Create and manage the D&A product catalogue, ensuring it is relevant, up-to-date, and easily accessible
• Own and maintain the D&A product roadmap, working across D&A and with stakeholders to ensure alignment
• Manage the D&A front door process for new demand, Ensuring demand is assessed and aligned with D&A Roadmap and business priorities
• Develop and own the product and demand assessment process, working to size and assess the value of products, and align on an HLD
• Work with D&A product leads to align on priorities and feed into quarterly planning cycles
• Continuously improve D&A processes and procedures to drive efficiency and effectiveness
• Identify and mitigate risks with delivering the roadmap and product delivery

Job Requirements, Knowledge & Experience

• Proven experience in demand and product management, information's and insights on how data products can help (ideally from tele-comms but not essential)
• Strong understanding of data analytics products and services, including their application and benefits
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence and negotiate
• Experience in product roadmap development and management, with ability to prioritise and align with business objectives
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

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.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their skills. In collaboration with our Talent, Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks, we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. 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 contact your recruiter directly or email jobs@three.co.uk 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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