Senior Commercial Manager - Messaging at Three UK

Newbury, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Strategy, Revenue Generation, Sales Pipeline Management, Partnership Development, Negotiation, Business Case Development, Go-To-Market Execution, Stakeholder Management, Market Analysis, Team Leadership, RCS, Verification Services, VMN Services, Telecoms Commercials, Enterprise Sales, Account Growth

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Company Description VodafoneThree: Senior Commercial Manager - Messaging (Growing Business) Location: Newbury+ *Hybrid working Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon – Fri Grade: 12 Hiring Manager: James Cullum *Hybrid We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team. Who We Are We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today. We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Why VodafoneThree Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started. Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth. Job Description As a Senior Commercial Manager you will focus on scaling innovative propositions, forging new partnerships, and delivering year‑on‑year growth as You will operate in a high‑impact role that demands a commercially astute leader who thrives on creating new concepts, shaping market opportunities, and driving adoption of next‑generation messaging solutions. You will work in close partnership with senior regulatory and technology leaders, ensuring that all commercial and technological transformations are seamlessly harmonised with evolving regulatory requirements. You will play a pivotal role in guiding VodafoneThree at the forefront of connectivity, global expansion, and the evolution of the UK’s most advanced mobile network. Define and drive the commercial growth strategy for RCS, Verification and VMN services, with clear focus on revenue generation and market expansion. Own and deliver against ambitious revenue targets, building a strong, sustainable sales pipeline across new and existing customers. Identify, develop and close new business opportunities, including strategic partnerships, enterprise clients and channel relationships. Lead end-to-end sales activity, from proposition shaping and client engagement through to negotiation and deal closure. Develop compelling commercial propositions and business cases that resonate with customers and drive adoption. Execute go-to-market plans with a strong sales focus, ensuring consistent pipeline growth and conversion. Build and maintain senior client relationships, acting as a trusted partner to drive long-term value and account growth. Track market trends, customer needs and competitor activity to proactively identify revenue opportunities and refine approach. Drive commercial performance and accountability, using data to optimise conversion, pricing and growth levers. Lead and inspire a high-performing, results-driven team, focused on winning new business and delivering commercial success. Qualifications Who you are Proven commercial leader with a strong track record of driving revenue growth, winning new business, and expanding market share within telecoms or adjacent sectors. Demonstrated success in building and converting sales pipelines, from identifying opportunities through to closing high-value deals. Strong understanding of messaging with the ability to translate market dynamics into clear commercial opportunities. Highly effective communicator and negotiator, confident engaging senior stakeholders, partners and customers to influence outcomes and secure deals. Results-driven and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to operate at pace, take ownership, and deliver measurable commercial impact. Additional Information 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. What we offer We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies. Recruiter Name: Kirsty Fagan Recruiter Email: [email protected] Need to know We are 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 regulators standards. 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. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. 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. #VodafoneThree V3 Requisition Grade: 12

Responsibilities

Define and drive the commercial growth strategy for RCS, Verification, and VMN services to generate revenue and expand market share. Lead end-to-end sales activities, from shaping propositions and building pipelines to negotiating and closing high-value deals.