Vodafone Hiring for 2023 UK HR Discover Graduate Programme Job at Newbury, England Full Time

From using drones to supply medical supplies to rural communities, to helping bridge the digital gap for over 1.5 billion school kids across the world and powering our European network with 100% renewable resources, we don’t just speak about change. We lead with change.

At Vodafone, we empower you so that your voice can be heard and carried forward. So that your ambition can be backed and made bigger. We want all our graduates and students to be able to make an impact on our customers, the world, and their careers.
HR Discover Graduate Programme

HR Discover Graduate Programme

Start date: September 2023

Duration of Programme: 2 years – rotational placements within HR

Salary: £32,000 plus an annual bonus

Location*: We have programmes available in our London Paddington office or our Newbury campus. Flexibility is required between both locations for the duration of the programme.

What you need:

• A 2.2 in any degree
• Recently graduated – i.e. a bachelors or masters obtained or to be obtained between June 2021 and August 2023.
• You must also have the correct right to work documentation in place for the full programme duration. We do not accept the Graduate Route Visa. If you are unsure if you have a suitable visa to work in the UK, please contact us on the email address provided below BEFORE you apply to check.

Application close date: 13th November 2022, however, we may close early if we’ve received some game changing applications – so make sure you apply early!

What you need to submit: You will only need to upload your CV as part of the application. You do not need to upload a cover letter as it will not be reviewed as part of your application.

• Flexible working options: Our blended working approach means you’ll come to your contracted hub location office as and when needed to get things done for your role and for tasks that require it, otherwise you will be able to work from home. As a guide, you can expect to be in the office 40% time, and we encourage you to find the right blend for you and your team.

Please note that you can only make one application to one of our Discover programmes for 2023. We will only consider your first application.

HR at Vodafone

At Vodafone, it’s not just about launching innovative products & solutions – it’s about developing amazing people and empowering them to do amazing things! As a company that is always thinking about the future, we invest in our people to help them be at their best and achieve their full potential. Our HR function is at the heart of our business – enabling our people to deliver on our goals of connecting the world for a better future.

What’s in it for you:

• Learning from industry experts and investment in your personal and professional development with cutting-edge training on-the-job and in the virtual classroom;
• Chance to work on exciting and challenging projects that help you create the future and discover new strengths
• A focus on innovation and doing things differently
• Mentors and additional support from global leaders
• Having business exposure and accountability from day one
• Being part of a global community of graduates
• Flexible working and fast paced environment

All this PLUS 28 days of paid holidays, 3 days charity leave, discounts on Vodafone’s broadband and devices. PLUS our flexible benefits programme offers health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work scheme, subsidised gym-subscriptions and season ticket loans.

What to expect:

On this programme, you will:

• Put the Spirit of Vodafone into practice as you enable our people across the world to connect millions;
• Gain exposure to different areas within HR to get a wide range of experience and skills;
• Have opportunities to get involved in wider areas of the business through our committees and societies.

In HR, you will gain experience across our Centres of Excellence as well as our broader business partnering. You could find yourself working on an app that provides the best-in-class employee experience, or helping the business become even more inclusive in its practices and policies. You could partner with an area of the business to make changes and support them with their HR calendar activities, or plan towards a workforce that is apt for the ever-changing digital landscape. Typical placements may include Learning, Reward, Talent, Resourcing, Organisational Effectiveness, Internal Comms

What we’re looking for:

• A passion for working with people and an understanding of how getting this right relates to business success
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and reports
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity, drive and hunger for development
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrate proactivity, creativity and adaptability
• Curiosity and passion for technology, how things work and the future of digital
• Embodying our Spirit behaviours
• Proficiency in English

Vodafone is committed to making reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process for all candidates considered to have a disability. If you have any questions or requirements, please let us know at the following address: [email protected].

Whatever your degree is or wherever your passion lies, you’ll have the freedom to experience different rotations and projects, so you can discover what you enjoy the most. And if you’re open to learning, pushing boundaries, and making the most of every opportunity, then there’s nothing stopping you from Acting Up, and making the kind of change you’ve always wanted to. Apply now!