Change Manager Jobs in Exeter, NH (NOW HIRING)

Location: Newbury + HybridSalary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefitsWorking hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to FridayDuration: 12 Months Secondment/Fixed Term ContractHybridWe 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 AreWe’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 VodafoneThreeJoin 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.Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.What you'll doAre you passionate about leading change and helping teams embrace new ways of working? As a Finance Change Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-impact transformation programmes across Finance. You'll work with a wide range of stakeholders, from finance experts to senior leaders and external partners, ensuring that change is not only delivered successfully but fully adopted to achieve lasting business value. This is an exciting opportunity to drive innovation, influence strategic decisions, and help transform the future of Finance in a fast-paced and evolving environment.You will:Lead complex finance transformation projects from planning through to delivery, ensuring objectives are achieved on time, within scope, and within budget.Partner with Finance teams and wider business stakeholders to understand challenges, identify opportunities, and develop practical solutions.Act as the bridge between programme teams and Finance functions, ensuring new capabilities are successfully embedded and adopted.Define and communicate the impact of change across people, processes, and technology.Build, lead, and motivate cross-functional and virtual teams, creating a collaborative and empowered working environment.Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and roadblocks, taking proactive action to keep delivery on track.Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders, third-party suppliers, and external partners to enable efficient and cost-effective delivery.Drive continuous improvement by identifying innovative ways to enhance project outcomes and maximise business benefits.Support business readiness and change management activities, helping teams successfully transition through transformation initiatives.Influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior and executive leadership teams.Who you areProven experience delivering complex business transformation or change programmes, with at least 5 years of project management experience.A recognised Project Management qualification such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent.Strong knowledge of project delivery methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, and/or SAFe frameworks.Experience working within, or exposure to, Finance or Accounting environments.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and successfully manage multiple stakeholders.Strong change management skills with the ability to drive adoption and realise business benefits.Excellent communication and influencing skills, with confidence presenting complex information to senior and executive-level audiences.A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo and champion innovation.Strong problem-solving skills and experience managing risks, issues, and dependencies in large-scale programmes.The ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment and adapt to evolving business priorities.A collaborative and inclusive leadership style that builds trust, empowers others, and delivers results through teamwork.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.We believe that everyone has valuable contributions to make. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions within our team. Through the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme, we aim to offer interviews to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities who best meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to participate in the scheme, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.What we offerWe 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, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.Need to KnowWe 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/reasonable-adjustments/) 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#LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr