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Job Description Follow us on social media and #StayConnected - LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram - Chat with our employees to learn more about our projects 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. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture About This Role We are seeking a highly experienced professional to join our Risk, Assurance and Controls (RAC) team, which plays a pivotal role as the second line of defence for Vodafone Group. This role is responsible for planning, supervising, and executing quality reviews and end-to-end testing of controls around high-risk Vodafone policies. The individual will work closely with Group Policy Champions and senior stakeholders across geographies to ensure the effectiveness of compliance controls, identify improvement opportunities, and contribute to a robust control environment. This position is based in Pune or Ahmedabad. What You'll Do - Lead assurance planning and monitoring activities across high-risk policy areas. - Supervise and review testing performed by team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables. - Conduct complex control testing and provide value-added insights to enhance the review process. - Act as the primary liaison for Policy Champions and Compliance Officers, offering regular feedback and improvement suggestions. - Track and monitor mitigation actions to ensure timely closure of identified gaps. - Prepare and present clear, concise reports for management and compliance boards. - Foster a strong risk community within the second line of defence and support business objectives. Who You Are - Chartered Accountant (preferred), Company Secretary, or holder of a recognised professional auditing or legal qualification. - 9+ years of post-qualification experience in quality assurance, compliance management, or controls testing. - Proven expertise in control testing, assurance planning, and compliance policy frameworks. - Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across geographies. - Demonstrated ability to manage complex business requirements and deliver results in a dynamic environment. - Adept at project management, analytical thinking, and driving innovation. - Comfortable working across time zones and adapting to changing environments. 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 at the forefront of compliance and assurance within a global organisation. - Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams across multiple geographies. - A dynamic and inclusive work environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. - The chance to influence and strengthen Vodafone's global control environment. - Career development opportunities within a centre of excellence for risk and compliance. What Skills You Will Learn - Advanced control testing and assurance methodologies. - Strategic stakeholder engagement and communication across global teams. - Risk-based decision-making and compliance reporting. - Project management in a complex, fast-paced environment. - Building and nurturing a risk-aware culture within a global organisation. VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment 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. 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. Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA