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Summary

Location
Reading
Job Family
B2B
Job Type
Full Time
Posted Date
11-Sep-2024
Ref #
58080
Join the force to deliver stellar commercial outcomes by connecting over 8.5 million Smart Meters across the Central and South regions of the UK. As a key Jedi in our mission, you'll help us fulfill our service and supply obligations, aligning with the government's initiative to roll out smart meters across the galaxy, aiming to reduce the UK's energy consumption, costs, and carbon emissions!

You will wield your lightsaber of commercial and contract rigor to ensure we improve the financial returns of Smart Metering against the budget and three-year plans (3YP) and beyond. As a vital member of our team within the broader Wholesale Mobile and Indirect P&L division, which includes MVNO, Wholesale IoT, Wholesale/Indirect SMB, Roaming/Interconnect, and Messaging & Payments, you will contribute significantly to over £1 billion in annual revenue. May the force be with you as you embark on this epic journey!
Who we are
The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, impactful teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer, and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.
The must haves
In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;
* Experience in commercial interactions with partners and suppliers in public-sector, infrastructure, IT, or telecommunications programs/contracts.
* Skilled in commercial negotiation.
* Proficient in commercial modelling, with strong numerical and analytical abilities.
* Expertise in contract management and drafting.
* Strong customer management and communication skills, capable of engaging with senior leadership teams (SLT) and executives.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
The other stuff we are looking for
We'd also love you to bring;
* Strong capability to identify issues and develop practical solutions in complex contractual situations
* Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure contracts are legally sound.
What's in it for you
Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.
Next steps
If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include one stage interview process.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.
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