VodafoneThree - Vetting Compliance Officer
Location: Newbury, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid work: flexibly in‑office days – about 2‑3 days each week, minimum 8 days per month; specific days not required.
Working hours: Full time, 37.5 hrs per week – Mon to Fri.
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits.
What You’ll Do
We’re recruiting for a Vetting Compliance Officer to join our National Security Vetting team. Responsibilities include:
* Maintaining and managing security vetting records and applications for all VodafoneThree and its partners.
* Validating applications for security clearance and ensuring valid justification.
* Acting as the point of contact for external parties that need to validate clearance details and sharing with 3rd parties as required.
* Ensuring VodafoneThree maintains compliance with aftercare requirements for cleared personnel throughout their tenure.
* Managing and updating the National Security Vetting team SharePoint to keep advice aligned with evolving HM Government guidance.
* Building and maintaining effective working relationships with our Government Partners and internal teams.
* Leading and supporting process improvement within the team.
* Ensuring compliance with legal obligations, including the Official Secrets Act, GDPR, DPA, and the Investigatory Powers Act 2016.
Who You Are
* Working knowledge of National Security Vetting and pre‑employment screening practices.
* Knowledge of the Industry Personnel Security Assurance Standard (IPSA) and willingness to learn new standards.
* Excellent communication skills with experience working with multiple stakeholders at all levels.
* Proficiency in SharePoint and the Office 365 suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
* Eligible for SC level security clearance.
We value inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or long‑term condition, please let us know – we are a Disability Confident Leader.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, paid time for charity work, pension plan, and a range of benefits. We also provide learning tools, career development, and generous parental leave policies.
Need to Know
We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. All offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks (DBS, financial) to meet regulator standards. If you require reasonable adjustments or accessibility support (extended test time, interpreter, assistive technology), refer to our Accessibility section on the Careers website.
We use AI in various parts of our business to boost innovation and efficiency. While AI can help refine CVs or interview prep, we prioritize authentic experiences and skills.
Equal Opportunity
Vodafone is an equal opportunities employer and commits to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe and valued.
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