Project Specialist Newbury, England
Job description
Location: Newbury (hybrid working)
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri
At Vodafone UK we believe that through collaboration and connection we can achieve great things. Our blended 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. Our “Office in a Box” home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.
Who We Are
We’re a global technology communications company that empowers people and businesses to stay connected and thrive in a digital world. With a focus on innovation, sustainability and earning customer loyalty, we leverage cutting-edge technology to offer products and services that enhance communication and improve lives.
At Vodafone UK, diversity isn’t just a buzzword, it is core to who we are as a company. We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to driving inclusion for all; creating a workplace that is fully representative of the communities and customers we serve.
Role purpose:
The Government Security Team is responsible for providing operational support to government and law enforcement agencies in order to meet our obligations under the Investigatory Powers Act. We provide a real-time, 24 hour service and our technical solutions are at the heart of our ability to meet these obligations and in the process help tackle serious crime and save lives. We offer an industry leading capability and need the best people to ensure we maintain this.
As a project specialist you will be providing vital system, process and administrative support to the Capability Development Team and will play a key part in the delivery of multiple complex, innovative technical solutions in a fast moving telecommunications environment. Driving everything from planning to implementation, your excellent organisational and communication skills coupled with your proactive & collaborative approach will directly influence the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the project. The team consists of Project Managers, Business Analysts, Technical Architects and Test Specialists managing a multi-million pound delivery portfolio.
What you'll do;
Ensure the agreed project management methods, standards and processes are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.- Assist the Project Managers in the production and maintenance of project and portfolio plans.
- Develop and maintain the project library, filing, recording and reporting systems.
- Develop and implement appropriate configuration management procedures, processes and systems
- Co-ordinate the production of all reports including portfolio updates, project summary, finance and resource reports.
- Set up and maintain systems for recording project costs and expenditure.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders and invoices
- Define and document procedures in accordance with agreed methodology
- Advise and assist project team members in the application of project procedures, disciplines and recording and reporting standards.
- Implement and manage RAID logs and change control records.
- Develop and support effective communication mechanisms between the project teams and stakeholders
- Where required, deliver stand-alone work packages or projects as directed by the Senior Project Manager
Who you are;
Exceptional organisational and communication skills, along with the personal tenacity and the ability to drive through to conclusion in a dynamic and challenging environment- Excellent planning skills with the ability to work across different projects simultaneously.
- Excellent skills in MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, procurement and collaboration tools
- Experience of producing programme and project plans to describe stage, phase, dependency & milestones. Able to differentiate between programmes and projects in order to provide appropriate support.
- Ability to work across the organisation and liaise with other functions to deliver the programme/project.
- Self-motivated and takes the initiative with a customer centric style
- Flexible with the ability to maintain effectiveness in a changing environment
Desired knowledge and experience:
- Security cleared to SC level or willing to undergo clearance
- Experience of working in a telecommunications environment
- Knowledge of relevant UK legislation including RIPA, DRIPA, IPA & DPA
- Familiarity with the Vodafone Project Delivery Lifecycle
- Working knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, Waterfall, Kanban)
What we offer
We believe that taking care of our employees is the key to their success. That is why we offer an excellent remuneration and bonus package with up to 28 days holiday entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and paid leave for charity projects. We offer an extensive benefits package that can be tailored to suit you and your family, including employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plan and share schemes. We take pride in our commitment to supporting you at every stage of your career by providing top of the range learning and development tools, market leading parental leave policies and an innovative Reconnect programme for people who have taken a career break.
Together we can
Vodafone UK 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 assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-vodafone/) for guidance.
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All 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 apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
