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Lead us to an even brighter future
At Vodafone, our leaders are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone thrives and feels they belong. They foster inclusion, fuel innovation, encourage agility, inspire creativity and drive productivity in every area of the business.
The Spirit of Vodafone defines the four behaviours below that shape our culture. Our leaders embody and encourage these behaviours and embed them into their teams and the wider Vodafone community.
Earn Customer Loyalty
- Deepen connections to customers and communities
- Foster authentic relationships that build trust
- Make customer-centric decisions and take personal ownership
- Simplify processes and promote a digital mindset
- Stay focused on the big priorities
Create the Future
- Create an inspiring vision for your team
- Show ambition and courage, and empower others to do the same
- Be bold and challenge teams to reimagine how things are done
- Prompt new thinking and ideas by asking “what if?”
- Use knowledge of the external environment to identify and act on new opportunities
Experiment and Learn Fast
- Create psychological safety so everyone can have an impact
- Fuel innovative ideas from others and test them to enable growth
- Explore successes and failures with curiosity and resilience
- Share your learning and personal purpose with others
- Learn fast from digital adoption to drive simplicity, scale and efficiency
Get it Done Together
- Articulate your team’s role in making our strategy happen
- Collaborate to break silos
- Develop others to make the most of their talents
- Create an inclusive environment
- Live our purpose and demonstrate the highest standards of integrity
Meet our leaders
Max Taylor
Chief Executive Officer
Max was appointed CEO of Vodafone UK in April 2024. Max is also the Executive Sponsor of the LGBT+ and Friends Network.
Max on LinkedIn
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Clare Corkish
HR Director
Since February 2020, Clare has led our UK HR agenda, overseeing talent management, diversity & inclusion, resources, policy and internal communications. Clare is also the HR Leadership Team sponsor for our people networks, Multicultural Inclusion and Black Professionals Network.
Clare on LinkedIn
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Andrea Donà
Network and Development Director
Since being appointed in April 2021, Andrea has managed the roll-out of our 5G and fibre networks, as well as the company's network transformation and digital agenda. Andrea is also the Executive Sponsor of the Armed Forces Network.
Andrea on LinkedIn
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Ahmed El Sayed
UK CIO & Global Digital Engineering Director
Ahmed joined in 2004 as a software developer and has since driven digital transformation projects across several countries, including Kenya and Hungary. Ahmed is also the Executive Sponsor of the Multicultural Inclusion Network.
Ahmed on LinkedIn
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Nick Gliddon
Business Director
Nick became our Business Director in October 2021. He is passionate about helping businesses of all sizes to flourish using the right technologies. Nick is also the Executive Sponsor of the Black Professionals Network.
Nick on LinkedIn
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Nicki Lyons
Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Director
Appointed to her current role in October 2021, Nicki is responsible for external communications, government affairs, regulatory affairs, and sustainable business. Nicki is also the Executive Sponsor of the UK Gender Equality Network.
Nicki on LinkedIn
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Maria Grazia Pecorari
Strategy & Wholesale Director
Maria Grazia joined us in August 2022, bringing with her extensive leadership experience in strategy, transformation, product management and digital. Maria is also the Executive Sponsor of the VodABILITY Network.
Maria on LinkedIn
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Emanuele Tournon
Finance Director
Emanuele joined Vodafone Italy in 2000. In January 2017, he was appointed Regional Finance Director for Europe.
Emanuele on LinkedIn
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Andy Yorston
General Counsel & Company Secretary
Andy joined us in 2010 as a Senior Litigation Counsel. In his current role, he has full responsibility for Legal, Corporate, Security and Compliance. Andy is also the Executive Sponsor of the Parents and Carers Network.
Andy on LinkedIn
Where we work
Of course, where you work will depend on the particular job you do. But many roles are now offered on a 'hybrid' basis, combining days in the office with time spent working from home. Click below to find out more about our Newbury HQ campus, the Speechmark – our Digital Hub in Southwark – and other key Vodafone locations.
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To find out more about Leadership opportunities with Vodafone, please get in touch. Please note, we are unable to engage with recruitment agencies.
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