Business Development & Strategic Projects Manager

Join UsAt Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.What you’ll doThe Business Development & Strategic Projects Senior Manager drives growth across Vodafone’s portfolio through strategic partnerships, co‑created propositions, and high‑impact initiatives.The role focuses on opportunities beyond internally developed products, building and managing partnerships that unlock new value propositions such as TV content, fintech, energy, and cross‑industry collaborations.In parallel, the role represents Marketing in the IT roadmap, ensuring strong alignment between commercial priorities and technology delivery.Key AccountabilitiesDrive growth through strategic partnerships and co-created propositions, structuring commercial agreements including revenue-sharing modelsLead content and TV partnership deals, ensuring a competitive, differentiated, and high‑quality content portfolioRepresent Marketing in IT roadmap planning, ensuring strong alignment between business priorities and technology deliveryIdentify and prioritize new growth opportunities beyond core offerings through robust business case evaluationLead cross-functional collaboration across Commercial, Product, IT, Finance, and Legal, acting as the bridge between strategy and executionWho you are8–12+ years of experience in business development, strategy, or commercial rolesProven track record in partnerships, deal‑making, and managing complex cross‑functional initiativesStrong commercial acumen with solid experience in business case development and value creationAble to navigate ambiguity, drive execution, and deliver results end‑to‑endStrategic, execution‑focused leader with excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills, ideally with exposure to telco, media, fintech, or adjacent industriesNot a perfect fit?Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people 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 still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.What's in it for youAward-winning work environment -certified #1 Top Employer in GreeceCompetitive pay, bonus & remuneration packagePrivate Health & Medical InsuranceHybrid way of working: a blend of remote and office-based working, including the option to work from abroadUnlimited connectivity with our mobile, landline and Vodafone TV services – Experience first what our customers loveUnlimited access to learning resources and trainingsVodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation or length of serviceRemote work equipment to help you create a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at homeSpirit of Vodafone days: dedicated time to pause, develop new skills and connect with our teams, values and servicesExtra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering DayOffice amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parkingSpecial employee offers and discounts#LI-Hybrid #Vodafonespirit #TogetherwecanWho we areWe are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.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, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.Together we can.
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