Programme Details:
Apprenticeship type: Level 4 Project Management
Duration of programme: 21 months
Start date: 15 September 2025
Location: Newbury OR London
Application close date: 31 March 2025, but we might close early if we receive standout applications. So, don’t wait!
At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – were shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. Our Apprenticeship Programmes aren’t just about developing your career – it’s about giving you the skills, the community, and the opportunities to create positive impact.
With the Project Management Apprenticeship, you’ll be helping our brand grow and evolve! Here, you’ll be gaining skills on governance techniques, methodologies and management (resources, costs, risks – just to name a few) that will get you ready to manage the end-to-end delivery of high-level projects.
You’ll be an integral part of the team that delivers projects for our external customers, creating and implementing innovative solutions that align with Vodafone's goals. You’ll assist in coordinating, implementing, and controlling the completion of complex projects or sub-projects within a programme, whilst driving and monitoring quality and consistency through best practices. And by building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, you’ll display effective communication to reach the desired project outcomes.
What’s in it for you
At Vodafone, we know work isn’t just about the job – it’s about balance, wellbeing, and feeling like you’re part of something bigger. Our hybrid ways of working allows you to work flexibly, with time spent in our vibrant office locations and from home. And you’ll be part of our thriving community, with opportunities to join committees and societies that let you explore your passions and make an impact beyond your day-to-day role.
Competitive annual salary between £24,640 - £27,000 plus annual performance bonus. 28 days’ holiday plus 5 days’ charity leave when you can volunteer for a cause of your choice. We offer flexible working options that enable you to excel in a way that suits your needs. Quarterly 'Spirit Day’ to focus on your wellbeing and mental health. Industry leading learning tools and, market leading people policies. An extensive and flexible benefits package including employee discounts, enhanced pension contributions and retail discounts.
But that’s just Vodafone, by doing an apprenticeship with us you’re gaining much more:
Hands-On Education: You’ll gain a combination of virtual classroom and on-the-job learning alongside industry leaders in all things project management who will share their knowledge with you.
Training and Development: Expect to receive training in Agile delivery practices; planning and control; risk management; stakeholder management; contract management; budgeting; communication and more.
Skills & Tools: You’ll learn the principles of planning, organizing and managing resources to achieve specific goals and objectives within a defined scope, time and budget.
Earn & Learn: We create a safe place for you to learn in a diverse and inclusive workplace with a salary + benefits that we’re sure you’re going to love!
End Result: You’ll have a APM (Association for Project Management) qualification in Project Management at Level 4 along with world class industry experience.
Who we’re looking for:
Belonging at Vodafone isn’t a concept; it’s lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You’ll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. We’re committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
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, please contact youth.recruitment@vodafone.com.
Vodafone Group is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulator’s standards.