VodafoneThree Commercial Partner Programme Manager

Job Description

We’re creating something special. We are joining forces to create the biggest mobile network provider in the UK. Through our collective strengths and talents, we will transform customers’ experience and create a best-in-class network for coverage, connectivity, and reliability, delivering greater value and more choice for the nation than ever before.  

There are very few moments in our careers where we can feel the ground shifting beneath us, where we can sense that something bigger than we’ve known before is taking shape. We’re not just building a company. We’re going to build a culture, a legacy and a future to be proud of. This will require remarkable leadership and together we can set the standard in the industry and beyond for both customer and employee experience, in what it is a career-defining opportunity.  

The Commercial Partner Programme Manager plays a pivotal role in unlocking the full commercial value of partner programmes. You’ll manage funds, incentives, certifications and compliance to ensure every available benefit is fully utilised and driving measurable business outcomes.

In this role, you’ll work cross‑functionally to transform partner entitlements into revenue growth, stronger margins, pipeline acceleration and meaningful commercial impact. Your ability to optimise programme performance and spot opportunities will directly influence how the business scales through its partner ecosystem.

What you'll do 

• Programme Value Ownership - Own and maintain a consolidated view of partner programme value across the full Tier 1 portfolio, including MDF, co‑investment funds, rebates and incentives.
• Fund Tracking & Maximisation - Monitor fund availability, utilisation and claim deadlines to ensure every pound of commercial value is captured and no funds expire unused.
• Certification & Tier Management - Oversee certification status and programme tiering, keeping a forward view of requirements, renewals and opportunities to elevate partner standing.
• Deal Registration Compliance - Drive deal‑registration accuracy across Sales and Pre‑Sales teams to protect margin and unlock maximum programme benefits.
• MDF & Co‑Investment Activation -  Collaborate with Commercial GTM and Marketing to deploy MDF and co‑investment funds into high‑impact, margin‑generating activities.
• Programme Health Visibility - Maintain a central partner‑programme dashboard, giving clear visibility of fund utilisation, certification progress, rebates and overall programme health.

Qualifications

Who you are. 

• Partner Programme Expertise - Proven experience in partner programme management, channel operations or vendor‑programme roles within B2B technology, telecoms or managed services.
• Commercial Structure Knowledge - Strong understanding of partner commercial models, including MDF, rebates, deal registration and tiering frameworks.
• Analytical & Reporting Strength - Confident analysing programme performance, interpreting data and communicating insights with clarity and impact.
• Proactive, Value‑Driven Mindset - Detail‑oriented and commercially focused, with a drive to maximise every element of partner‑programme value.
• Relationship & Stakeholder Management - Skilled at building strong relationships with partner‑programme teams and internal stakeholders to keep programmes aligned, compliant and commercially effective.

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. 

Additional Information

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Need to know

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We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their skills. In collaboration with our Talent, Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks, we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. 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 contact your recruiter directly or email [email protected] for guidance.

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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.

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