Thomas Griffiths
Business Development at Vodafone UK
- Location
- Hereford, United Kingdom
- Industry
- Telecommunications
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Thomas Griffiths's Overview
- Current
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- Graduate (Consumer Channel Partners) at Vodafone
- Past
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- IT Consultant at Hydroscand UK
- Sales Advisor at O2 UK
- MSc Student at University of Bath
- XTV Technical Director at University of Exeter Student's Guild
- Marketing Assistant at LegalDirect (UK) Ltd.
- Managing Producer at IT! Media
- Education
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- University of Bath
- University of Exeter
- Monmouth School
- Recommendations
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4 people have recommended Thomas
- Connections
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266 connections
- Websites
Thomas Griffiths' Summary
I've always been a tenacious overachiever with infectious enthusiasm for delivering great results. During my career, I've been comfortable working in a diverse range of vertical environments, from legal to heavy industry to more recently, telecommunications.
My core skills include comfort with complexity, an ability to clear ambiguity and a good sense of system logic. These skills allow me to produce a clear strategic vision when working on tasks of varying sophistication. I'm a strong team player with a good level of emotional awareness, working to support and develop those around me wherever possible.
A proven project lead with experience championing key technology transformation work streams, managing expectations of senior stakeholders (sector head level at Vodafone) and delivering well within set timescales.
Thomas Griffiths' Experience
Graduate (Consumer Channel Partners)
Vodafone
Public Company; 10,001+ employees; VOD; Telecommunications industry
September 2011 – Present (10 months) Newbury UK
Three placements over a 12 month period.
Placement 1:
I worked for two months in the Vodafone Bristol Experience retail store; one of the largest band one stores in the region. I had a capability to work flexibly, nurturing sales opportunities while delivering exceptional customer service. I also worked creatively to solve many diverse technical queries. I improved PAYG sales and processes by developing new sales tools. Finally, I delivered a successful campaign for two student fairs with many leads generated for the stores. Rated E on PIXEX scale.
Placement 2:
Enterprise Transformation
Working in change management in the Enterprise Business Unit. Led the work to develop a blueprint for a core piece of a new investment management system. Also supported internal drives for simplication and improved customer experience.
Rated X on the PIGEX scale and as one of the top graduates for project delivery.
Placement 3:
Consumer Channel Partners, Business Development.
IT Consultant
Hydroscand UK
Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Mechanical or Industrial Engineering industry
2007 – August 2011 (4 years) UK Wide
Over the past few years I have performed various ad-hoc design and brand development work for Hydroscand. I have taken product photos, developed a training film and designed the liveries for the company vehicles.
More recently I have worked extensively to improve the IT strategy at the firm; bringing all depots under a single WAN and integrating better stock management practices into the company's chosen ERP package (Dynamics AX).
Sales Advisor
O2 UK
Public Company; 10,001+ employees; Telecommunications industry
August 2010 – January 2011 (6 months) South Wales
I worked as a sales advisor across two stores for the largest telecoms retailer in the UK. As well as meeting quarterly targets, both individually and as part of a wider team, I asked key lifestyle questions to maximise on cross-selling opportunities. I upheld O2's reputation of industry-leading customer service through transactions tailored to each customers specific needs. By doing this, I worked towards the company's goal of creating as many NPS 'fans' as possible.
MSc Student
University of Bath
Educational Institution; 1001-5000 employees; Higher Education industry
2010 – 2011 (1 year)
XTV Technical Director
University of Exeter Student's Guild
April 2009 – June 2010 (1 year 3 months)
I oversaw all technical matters at the station, inspiring a small team of dedicated individuals. I ensured all equipment is working and ready to meet the everyday demands of the production staff. I also trained new members of staff in the station workflow.
I also oversaw all live output from the station, including outside broadcasts and studio setups.
Marketing Assistant
LegalDirect (UK) Ltd.
Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Legal Services industry
June 2009 – September 2009 (4 months)
I built the LegalDirect brand from scratch, leading the website development team and working with the directors to formulate email marketing (using dotMailer) and PPC advertising (with both Adwords and Yahoo advertising). I also utilised web 2.0 websites such as Facebook and Twitter and ran a competition to generate interest in the brand.
Managing Producer
IT! Media
2007 – 2008 (1 year)
I ran a niche UK based production house, offering video services to the corporate market. We produced high quality and value video services with expert equipment and experience that enables us to fulfil the requirements of your business. Services we provided included: exhibition show reels, presentations, training materials, corporate profiles and full online video podcast system.
I oversaw the day to day operations, running live shoots, editing and managing customer care.
Thomas Griffiths' Skills & Expertise
Thomas Griffiths' Education
University of Bath
MSc with Merit, Management
2010 – 2011
Subjects studied:
• Fundamentals of Accounting and Financial Management
• Marketing
• Business Economics
• Human Resources Management
• Operations Management
• B2B Marketing
• Methods of Management Research
• Services Management
• Strategic Brand Management
• Strategic Management
• Dissertation: The Commodification of Mobile Telephone Plans:
An Institutional View of Vodafone UK
Activities and Societies: SSLC Representative for the Bath MSc
University of Exeter
LL.B (Hons), Law - Upper Second Class
2007 – 2010
Subjects Studied:
• Introduction To Law
• Law of Contract
• Criminal Law
• Constitutional and Administrative Law
• Land Law
• European Union Law
• Employment Law
• Law of Tort
• Law of Trusts
• Commercial Law
• Principles of Marketing
• Consumer Behaviour
Activities and Societies: Exeter University Conservative Future • Media Coordinator (2007), XTV (Exeter Student Television) • Studio Manager (2008) • Technical Director (2009-2010), Exeter University RAG • Fashion Show Technician (2008), • Fashion Show Video Manager (09/10), Exeter University Motorsports Society • Kart A Squad Driver (2010), Exeter University Theatre Company • Visual Media - How To Disappear Completely and Never Be Found, Exeter University Students Guild • Sabb Elections Campaign Assistant,
Monmouth School
2000 – 2007
Activities and Societies: The Lion, Young Enterprise
Thomas Griffiths' Additional Information
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Sailing: Day Skipper, ICC Qualification, Tall Ships Youth Trust Skiing: ESF, racing ‘competition’ class. Motor Racing: Karting: British Open Champion 2006, Runner Up British Champion 2005 Welsh Champion, 2003 Works Driver for The Welsh National Team 2003-2007 Rallying; Ford Rallye Academy in 2004.
- Groups and Associations:
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Member of the Guild of Television Cameramen Member of the Institute of Advanced Motoring
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- Honors and Awards:
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O2 Retail Talent Programme - Bronze Award - November 2010
NaSTA Nominated - Open Award 2009
Xmedia - Innovation Award 2009
Xing Business Challenge Winner - 2009
NaSTA Nominated - Technical Award 2010
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