Company Description
Location: Newbury + Hybrid*
Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and benefits
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.
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.
Be part of our Business UK function, a team that are revolutionising how customers use technology and connectivity. With our extensive range of products and services, we help all kinds of organisations - from small, local businesses to multi-national corporations - unlocking the potential of new technologies, including 5G, AI and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Job Description
We’re creating something special. We are joining forces to create the biggest mobile network provider in the UK. Through our collective strengths and talents, we will transform customers’ experience and create a best-in-class network for coverage, connectivity, and reliability, delivering greater value and more choice for the nation than ever before.
There are very few moments in our careers where we can feel the ground shifting beneath us, where we can sense that something bigger than we’ve known before is taking shape. We’re not just building a company. We’re going to build a culture, a legacy and a future to be proud of. This will require remarkable leadership and together we can set the standard in the industry and beyond for both customer and employee experience, in what it is a career-defining opportunity.
The Commercial Partner Programme Manager plays a pivotal role in unlocking the full commercial value of partner programmes. You’ll manage funds, incentives, certifications and compliance to ensure every available benefit is fully utilised and driving measurable business outcomes.
In this role, you’ll work cross‑functionally to transform partner entitlements into revenue growth, stronger margins, pipeline acceleration and meaningful commercial impact. Your ability to optimise programme performance and spot opportunities will directly influence how the business scales through its partner ecosystem.
What you'll do
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Programme Value Ownership - Own and maintain a consolidated view of partner programme value across the full Tier 1 portfolio, including MDF, co‑investment funds, rebates and incentives.
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Fund Tracking & Maximisation - Monitor fund availability, utilisation and claim deadlines to ensure every pound of commercial value is captured and no funds expire unused.
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Certification & Tier Management - Oversee certification status and programme tiering, keeping a forward view of requirements, renewals and opportunities to elevate partner standing.
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Deal Registration Compliance - Drive deal‑registration accuracy across Sales and Pre‑Sales teams to protect margin and unlock maximum programme benefits.
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MDF & Co‑Investment Activation - Collaborate with Commercial GTM and Marketing to deploy MDF and co‑investment funds into high‑impact, margin‑generating activities.
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Programme Health Visibility - Maintain a central partner‑programme dashboard, giving clear visibility of fund utilisation, certification progress, rebates and overall programme health.
Qualifications
Who you are.
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Partner Programme Expertise - Proven experience in partner programme management, channel operations or vendor‑programme roles within B2B technology, telecoms or managed services.
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Commercial Structure Knowledge - Strong understanding of partner commercial models, including MDF, rebates, deal registration and tiering frameworks.
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Analytical & Reporting Strength - Confident analysing programme performance, interpreting data and communicating insights with clarity and impact.
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Proactive, Value‑Driven Mindset - Detail‑oriented and commercially focused, with a drive to maximise every element of partner‑programme value.
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Relationship & Stakeholder Management - Skilled at building strong relationships with partner‑programme teams and internal stakeholders to keep programmes aligned, compliant and commercially effective.
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?
We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. 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.
Additional Information
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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 [email protected] 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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