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# AI & Data Strategy Manager

- **Company:** Vodafone Limited
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Integration, Data Strategy
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ccd0876526c3f156

## About the Role

* 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

## Description

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


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