Deputy Manager_Demand Specialist_Pune

Job Description

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 skilled and experienced Solution Owner to lead HR Services workstreams within VOIS. This Deputy Manager-level role is responsible for owning and improving HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding, and lifecycle management. The individual will collaborate closely with Product Managers and stakeholders, manage product backlogs, and drive innovation using SAFe Agile methodologies. The role is based in India and requires a strong background in HR systems and enterprise-level transformation projects.

What you will do

- Act as Product Owner for HR Services workstreams including onboarding, offboarding, leavers, and new hires.
- Own and manage the product backlog with continuous grooming and prioritisation aligned to business goals.
- Collaborate with Product Managers to define product vision, roadmap, and delivery timelines.
- Engage stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure strategic alignment.
- Apply SAFe Agile practices including Program Increment (PI) planning and backlog exploration.
- Use JIRA for sprint planning, backlog management, and progress tracking.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in HR systems and processes.
- Ensure timely delivery of compliant and business-aligned solutions.
- Benchmark external best practices and explore new technologies to enhance HR services.

Total Experience - 4-8 yrs

Work location -Pune

Shift - UK Shift

Work Mode- Hybrid

Who you are

- Proven experience as a Solution Owner or Product Owner in the HR domain.
- Strong understanding of HR systems and processes across the employee lifecycle.
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement and requirement gathering.
- Proficient in JIRA and SAFe Agile methodologies.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Capable of working independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on simplification and value delivery.
- Holds a background in Computer Science or IT Engineering.
- Certified in SAFe Agile or equivalent.
- Experienced with platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or similar.
- Exposure to enterprise-level HR transformation projects.

Not a Perfect Fit

Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly At Vodafone 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's in it for you

- Opportunity to lead strategic HR workstreams in a global organisation.
- Exposure to cutting-edge HR technologies and transformation projects.
- Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
- Platform to influence and improve global HR processes.
- Professional development through agile practices and stakeholder engagement.