Network Architect

City of London
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We're looking for a Senior Solutions Consultant to join a dynamic and innovative team, helping shape the future of managed services. This is an opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects and design cutting-edge solutions across SD-WAN, Security, SASE, LAN/WLAN, and cloud platforms.

Network Architect / Solutions Consultant

Location: Hybrid, 2/3 days a week onsite in London
Salary: £90,000 base plus benefits, perks, healthcare options and QUARTARLY bonus!
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Sector: Public Sector Client

Are you a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise across network, voice, and cloud technologies? Ready to take on a pivotal role delivering enterprise-class solutions for top-tier clients across multiple sectors?

We're looking for a Senior Solutions Consultant to join a dynamic and innovative team, helping shape the future of managed services. This is an opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects and design cutting-edge solutions across SD-WAN, Security, SASE, LAN/WLAN, and cloud platforms.

What You'll Be Doing:

Partnering with internal and external account managers to provide technical leadership and solution strategy.
Driving full solution design and pre-sales support across security services, connectivity, and cloud integrations.
Acting as a technical lead for bids, tenders (RFI/RFP), and customer engagements.
Building and owning ecosystems of multi-technology solutions, working alongside Subject Matter Experts.
Engaging early in the sales lifecycle to influence outcomes through innovation and thought leadership.
Creating and governing solution documentation including accurate Bill of Materials.
Leading technical discussions and translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.What We're Looking For:

A proven track record in IT or Telecoms, with significant pre-sales and solution design experience.
Ability to confidently consult across diverse verticals and tailor solutions to customer needs.
Strong background in technologies including:
Network: VPLS, MPLS, BGP, VRRP, SD-WAN, IP Routing
Security: Layer 7 firewalls, SIEM, SASE
Cloud: Public/Private Cloud architecture, Cloud-hosted IP Telephony
Wireless & LAN: HPE Aruba Central, Cisco DNA
Unified Comms: Cisco, Microsoft
Exceptional presentation and communication skills.
Commercial acumen to qualify, cost, and present complex technical proposals.Why Join?

Influence technical strategy at an enterprise level.
Collaborate with some of the industry's brightest minds on leading-edge solutions.
Work on impactful projects across high-growth sectors.
Enjoy a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional development.Ready to architect the future of cloud and connectivity solutions?

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