Apprenticeship type: Level 6 Project Management    
Start date: 15 September 2025
Duration of programme: 36 months   
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.

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: Apprenticeships at Vodafone are your platform to kick-start your career in a company that is ready to invest in you. 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 BSc (Hons) degree in in Project Management alongside years of world class industry experience.
 

•    There is no upper limit, but you must be at least 18 years old on or before 15 September 2025.  
•    GCSEs in English & Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualifications and 3 A Levels gained by August 2025 or equivalent qualifications*.  
•    You must not currently be enrolled into full time education, and you must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level in a similar subject (e.g. a degree or masters in a similar subject).   
•    To have the right to work in the UK and to have lived in the UK and/or EU for three years or more. 
•    Natural communicator who enjoys working with others, solving challenges along the way with enthusiasm, self-motivation and agility. 
•    Have bundles of curiosity, not afraid to ask questions, challenge and influence outcomes. 
•    Nurtures positive collaborative relationships with individual stakeholders and teams. 
•    You take pride in your organising skills, enjoy structure and can effectively manage own time. 
•    You always seek ways to improve how you do things and inspire others to do the same. 
•    Your resilience and determination are some of your best attributes, you’re comfortable working with complexity and uncertainty.

 
   
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.