Executive Assistant to General Counsel & Regulatory Affairs Director

Location: 450 Longwater Ave, Reading RG2 6GF+ Hyrbid Working

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and benefits 

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

Duration: 12 months FTC 

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. 

*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 the role is all about…

The LGRA team within Three has a multitude of accountabilities spanning law, regulation, risk management, compliance, data privacy and working with government bodies. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team on a maternity cover fixed term contract providing EA support to the head of the LGRA team and Executive Leadership Team member - General Counsel & Director of Regulatory Affairs, and to be a valued member of the Leadership Team.

During the first couple of months the role will be spent undertaking team administration activities whilst being trained up and moving into the EA role in October to manage the traditional EA responsibilities.

What you’ll be doing…

• Managing the General Counsel & Regulatory Affairs Director in an efficient, effective and professional manner while prioritising deadlines. Providing a seamless service at all times and offering a high level of knowledge and expertise in the absence of the General Counsel & Regulatory Affairs Director.  Ensuring the General Counsel & Regulatory Affairs Director’s time is focused on priority issues.
• Supporting the Senior Leader through a time of change whilst they are building a new function and organisational team in the new merged company including new processes, procedures and ways of working, onboarding new starters, employee engagement.
• Create and maintain relationships with high level external government bodies, regulators, telco contacts, parent companies, partners and agencies.
• Attending and contributing to weekly leadership meetings ensuring aligned support for key priorities and functional work procedures, employee engagement and facilities. Escalating functional feedback and issues appropriately and bringing resolutions back to the department. Maintaining an ongoing, close relationship with stakeholders in the Executive Assistant community.
• Providing operational support by performing prescribed routine and ad-hoc activities using existing systems and protocols. 
• Producing accurate reports for the function and wider communities, collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting that data into standard formats.
• Supporting internal and external customers to ensure their needs are met and ensure their ongoing satisfaction. Working with the Business Manager and People Business Partner to create and deliver an engagement plan for the whole function. 
• Tracking budgets and bringing variances to the attention of Executive Leadership Team member while working within established budgeting systems.   Works with Finance Business Partner to perform costing, budgeting and finance tasks. 

What you'll ideally bring...

• Previously worked as EA/PA for Senior Management, ideally at Board level. 
• Willingness to work flexibly and provide support out of hours when required.
• Be proactive, highly organised, able to build strong relationships and to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities.

What you'll receive in return…

• A performance based annual bonus & an additional 'flexible allowance' to spend on additional benefits, topping up your pension, or to be added to your salary
• Hybrid working between your home (2-3 days a week) and our Reading office (2-3 days a week)
• 28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 3 personal days annually, which increases with length of service
• Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance and Income Protection
• Free mobile phone package & unlimited sim-card
• .... Plus lots more including wellbeing and learning & development benefits!