VodafoneThree Business Development Strategic Lead

VodafoneThree Business Development Strategic Lead We are looking for a Business Development Strategic Lead for VodafoneThree, a leading provider of 5G and digital infrastructure solutions, based in Reading/Newbury with a hybrid working model. Location: Reading/Newbury + HybridSalary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefitsWorking hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri This job is with VodafoneThree, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. What You’ll Do Support segmentation and product strategy for Senior Account Managers, with a focus on eSIM and internal alignment. Identify and evaluate new business development opportunities to grow commercial KPIs across the Indirect Channel – close working relationship with the Cross Channel Optimisation Strategy Lead for new business handoff. Lead the development of onboarding of new Indirect strategic partnerships that drive innovation, KPIs and channel expansion. Ensure all partnership activities comply with legal, regulatory, and governance standards, including audit and risk controls. Close working relationship with Risk and Control Governance Channel. Represent the Indirect Channel in internal go‑to‑market (GTM) proposition launches, shaping execution and readiness. Monitor wider industry trends and best practices to inform strategic decisions and partner innovation and present back to Indirect Wider Team. Influence cross‑functional teams to support new initiatives and remove barriers to execution that support Indirect Channel innovation. Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential new Indirect partners and propositions, ensuring alignment with commercial priorities and consumer trends. Monitor and evaluate post‑launch performance of new partnerships and initiatives, recommending optimisations where needed. Who You Are Proven experience in strategic business development, ideally within telecoms or a similar industry. Strong understanding of indirect channel dynamics, segmentation, and product strategy. Deep knowledge of regulatory and governance frameworks, including audit and risk controls. Ability to interpret market trends and translate them into actionable strategies. Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills. 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. 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. What We Offer We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, such as discounts, vouchers, a pension plan, and more. We help with your career through our learning tools and top‑notch parental leave policies. 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. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website 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. #VodafoneThree #J-18808-Ljbffr