Strategic Partnerships - Microsoft Lead

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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We are seeking a Strategic Partnerships Lead who will oversee the end‑to‑end financial operations of Microsoft incentive programmes for Vodafone. This position places strong emphasis on financial governance, claims accuracy, contractual compliance and audit readiness. The individual will act as a financial subject matter expert, ensuring robust processes, compliant documentation, precise reporting and alignment with accounting standards. The role also requires a foundational level of legal understanding to interpret contractual obligations, proof‑of‑execution requirements and partner programme terms.

• Manage the financial operations of Microsoft incentive programmes, ensuring accurate calculations, claims, reporting and payment follow‑up.
• Translate contractual terms, proof‑of‑execution requirements and incentive criteria into compliant processes for operational teams.
• Oversee the complete lifecycle of incentive claims, including validation, submission, tracking and resolution of discrepancies.
• Deliver precise financial reports, performance analytics and insights to internal stakeholders.
• Support and coordinate internal and external audits related to incentive management, ensuring availability of documentation and alignment with audit standards.
• Work closely with Group Finance to maintain compliance with Vodafone policies, SOX controls, IFRS principles and internal governance frameworks.
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks associated with programme management.
• Recommend process improvements, standardisation and system enhancements to ensure efficiency and financial accuracy.
• Lead and guide team members involved in incentive‑related financial operations, offering clear direction and structured coaching.
• Maintain financial oversight of partner programme eligibility, onboarding verification and contractual compliance.

• Experience in finance operations, controlling, incentivisation processes or partner financial management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting and internal control frameworks; SOX and IFRS exposure is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret contractual terms and apply them to financial and operational processes.
• Skilled in analysing financial data, presenting insights and managing complex documentation.
• Proactive, structured and comfortable working with incomplete data sets.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, with working knowledge of O365 applications.
• Experience collaborating in virtual or international environments, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

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.

• Opportunity to shape and operate financial processes linked to large‑scale global incentive programmes.
• Exposure to financial governance, audit preparation and risk management in a multinational environment.
• Development of cross‑functional collaboration skills, especially across Finance, Compliance and operational teams.
• Experience applying financial and contractual expertise to real‑world commercial programmes.
• Growth in analytical, reporting and regulatory competence within a global shared services organisation.

• 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 wellbeing 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

Advanced financial governance and incentive programme management techniques.

Stronger understanding of contractual interpretation and compliance application in operational processes.

Enhanced capability in data analysis, reporting accuracy and financial risk mitigation.

Improved cross‑functional communication and audit coordination skills.

Greater proficiency in process optimisation and documentation management.

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

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