AI & Data Strategy Manager

We are seeking a highly capable professional to define, align, and drive Vodafone’s AI and Data strategy into execution, translating business ambition into a measurable, outcome-led roadmap. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that strategic priorities are converted into scalable, value-driven initiatives across markets and functions, balancing innovation, efficiency, and risk-aware decision-making., * Own the end-to-end AI and Data strategy and execution roadmap

• Define clear strategic priorities, including where to invest, standardise, or discontinue initiatives
• Develop and manage a multi-year capability and architecture roadmap designed for scale and reuse
• Translate market and competitor intelligence into actionable strategic decisions
• Lead strategic planning cycles and governance cadence across functions
• Identify, quantify, and mitigate risks related to delivery, adoption, compliance, and financial exposure
• Align stakeholders through clear communication and strategic direction
• Ensure AI and Data initiatives deliver measurable business value across markets, * Opportunity to shape enterprise-wide AI and Data strategy within a global organisation
• Exposure to large-scale transformation programmes across multiple markets
• Collaboration with diverse stakeholders, partners, and technology experts
• A role with significant strategic impact, influencing high-value investments and business outcomes
• Access to continuous learning within a technology-driven environment

• A professional with strong experience in enterprise AI and Data strategy and execution leadership
• Knowledgeable in integrating business strategy with technology capabilities to deliver measurable outcomes
• Experienced in working with large-scale platforms and operating models across multiple markets
• Skilled in engaging and influencing stakeholders at senior levels, both internally and externally
• Adept at value-driven, risk-aware decision-making within complex organisational environments
• Familiar with enterprise architecture, portfolio governance, and responsible AI principles
• Educated to degree level in business, engineering, data, or equivalent practical experience, * Advanced strategic planning and execution in AI and Data domains
• Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder alignment at scale
• Risk-aware decision-making within complex enterprise environments
• Market intelligence analysis and competitive positioning strategies
• Governance, portfolio prioritisation, and scalable operating model design

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture