Senior Global IoT Consultant Lead - German Speaking

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IoT Service Consultant Lead to guide the IoT Service function and ensure the continuous evolution of IoT-related roles. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping service strategy, supporting large global IoT customers, and enhancing the maturity of IoT services by aligning with market trends, operational complexity and emerging customer needs.

What you'll do

• Manage and develop a team of IoT Service Consultants, providing direction and oversight across multiple IoT service areas.
• Lead strategy development for proactive technical customer engagement, ensuring strong and sustainable service relationships.
• Oversee IoT Service Consultancy activities, including service improvements, preventive and end-to-end operational assessments.
• Perform contract validation from a service perspective for bespoke IoT agreements.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to support operational delivery and continuous improvement.

Who you are

• Fluent English speaker with native-level German and an additional European language.
• Experienced in ITIL Foundation, with knowledge of CSI and Operations.
• Skilled in project management with strong technical expertise in IoT.
• Effective communicator and negotiator, capable of developing and realising strategic goals.
• Knowledgeable about E2E IoT operations, industry specialisations, and IoT regulatory, legal, and commercial frameworks.
• Experienced in people leadership, with the ability to guide teams of 4-10 direct reports.
• Hold a university or MA degree.

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge IoT solutions for global premium customers.
• Exposure to strategic decision-making and collaboration with senior stakeholders.
• A dynamic, inclusive environment that fosters innovation and continuous learning.
• A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome
• A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team
• Access to internal and external trainings via other providers
• A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture
• Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with One Business Mobile Superior subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU)
• Cafeteria package
• Private Medical Services
• Employee Assistance Program to support your well-being and mental health
• Life and accident insurance
• You can work remotely overseas for 20 days a year
• 16 weeks fully paid parental leave. This applies to all non-birthing partners who become parents due to birth or adoption
• You and your family members can enjoy several discounts from our partners
• You will be working in a hybrid model, which means 3 days working from home with 2 days office visit per week

What skills you will learn

• Advanced strategic planning within a rapidly evolving IoT ecosystem.
• Enhanced leadership capabilities in managing multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Deepened understanding of global IoT regulatory, commercial, and operational frameworks.
• Strengthened proficiency in stakeholder management at senior levels.
• Broader experience in professional IoT service consultancy and contract evaluation.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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