Key Takeaways
- 2-year Graduate Technology Future Leader Programme with a starting salary of £35,000.
- Gain hands-on experience in network and digital transformation, developing technical, business, and leadership skills.
- Requires a 2.1 (or equivalent) in a Tech degree (STEM), with graduation between June 2024 and August 2027.
- Applications close on 31st December 2026.
- Hybrid working model with roles based in Newbury and London.
About the Role
This is a 2-year programme for graduates who want to drive innovation and deliver real impact in a business that’s transforming connectivity across the UK.
From network and digital transformation to cross-functional projects, you’ll build the technical, business, and leadership skills to become a tech leader of tomorrow. You’ll be mentored by experts, immersed in cutting-edge projects, and empowered to make a difference from day one.
Alongside a structured development plan, you’ll be supported to learn, grow and challenge yourself throughout the programme. You’ll be part of an inclusive environment where you can bring your perspective, learn from others and build the technical expertise and confidence to become a future leader.
What you'll do
As a VodafoneThree Graduate Future Leader, you’ll launch your career with a programme designed to build the future leaders of our business. You’ll turn your ambition into real results, gain hands-on experience and shape the future of connectivity.
- Immerse yourself in real technology challenges, own projects, and work with senior leaders to understand what drives our business forward.
- Gain skills that set you on your accelerated fast-tracked journey to leadership.
- Be guided by experienced mentors, leaders, and a dedicated graduate community.
- Drive real change as a leader that impacts customers, communities and the entire industry, making an impact from day one.
Who you are
- Ambitious and passionate about wanting to be a future leader.
- Intentional about building a career in Technology.
- Understand the value of our customers and ready to help build the UK’s digital future.
- Thrive on driving change and transformation and take accountability for results.
- Inclusive, collaborate effectively and inspire others to succeed.
- Curious, bold and enjoy environments that challenge your thinking.
- Driven by growth and a desire to continuously learn.
What we offer
- Competitive salary of £35,000
- Welcome bonus of £1,000
- Annual performance bonus
- Up to 28 days off plus bank holidays
- Paid time for charity work
- Personalised benefits including discounts, vouchers, and a pension plan
- Career development through learning tools and parental leave policies
Application process
- Eligibility questions
- Online assessment (video interview, personality questionnaire, logical reasoning assessment)
- Telephone call with a Recruiter
- Assessment centre
Key Dates & Requirements
- Applications are anticipated to close on 31st December 2026.
- You need to have achieved a 2.1 (or equivalent) in a Tech degree (STEM), recently graduated – i.e. a bachelors or masters obtained, or to be obtained, between June 2024 and August 2027.
- You must also have the correct right to work documentation in place for the full programme duration. We do not accept the Graduate Route Visa.
Working Hours & Location
- Full time: 37.5 hours per week (Mon to Fri).
- Hybrid working: 2-3 days in the office per week, for at least 8 days per month.
- Locations: Newbury and London.