At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver project deliverables and engage with clients on network design principles.
- Company: Join a leading Networks team based in London and Cambridge, focusing on telecoms.
- Benefits: Enjoy private healthcare, 25 days annual leave, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: The position involves internal contributions and managing your own diary.
- Why this job: This role offers autonomy and the chance to influence strategic client decisions.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have telecoms experience and knowledge of networking solutions.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Are you looking for a fresh challenge? Interested in supporting businesses in the fast‑moving world of telecoms? Our Networks team is looking to bring in exceptional individuals to join our industry‑leading specialists to create lasting change in the ever‑changing, diverse and demanding enterprise and operational telecommunications industries. You will be given the opportunity to shine, excel and grow. You will have responsibility from day one for specific deliverables and the opportunity to engage with strategic client decision‑makers. You will have the opportunity to maintain relevant technical skills while you gain experience in consulting and the related soft skills. The team is based across our London head office and Cambridge Global Innovation & Technology Centre (GITC). Daily working locations vary, guided by the needs of our clients. The role also involves internal contributions to the success and development of our team. You will have some autonomy to manage your diary.
Responsibilities
- Deliver specific project deliverables from day one.
- Engage and present to clients, discussing network design principles and benefits strategically.
- Collaborate with internal team members to influence senior clients on high‑impact projects.
- Manage your own diary and internal contributions.
Qualifications
- Strong academic background.
- Telecoms experience, in a role such as network designer / manager / architect.
- Knowledge of or experience with networking solution topics such as software‑defined networking, zero‑trust network access and public cloud networking.
- Good knowledge in one or more of the following is a benefit: BGP/OSPF, IS‑IS, BGP EVPN VXLAN, IPsec, MACsec, 802.1X/EAP, WiFi 802.11, firewall management and design (e.g. Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet), data centre network architectures, micro‑segmentation / fabric overlays.
- Strong analytical skills and be able to apply creative and abstract thinking to help develop ingenious solutions.
- Adaptable and able to think on your feet, pick up new areas quickly.
- Client‑facing communication: verbal and written communication, discussing network design principles and benefits strategically, crystallising and highlighting recommendations / insights.
Benefits
- Health and lifestyle perks with private healthcare for you and your family.
- 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days.
- Generous company pension scheme.
- Opportunity to get involved with community and charity‑based initiatives.
- Annual performance‑based bonus.
- PA share ownership.
- Tax‑efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn).
We’re committed to advancing equality. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, political belief, veteran status, or any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Adjustments or accommodations – Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
Network strategy & architecture consultant employer: PA Consulting Group Holdings Limited
Work at a top-tier telecom consultancy with health perks like private healthcare for you and your family. Located in London and Cambridge, the team is dedicated to creating impactful solutions in telecommunications. Join a diverse team committed to equality and community initiatives.
Contact Details:
PA Consulting Group Holdings Limited Recruitment Team
