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Lead Network - Technical Design Authority

Job Req ID:  51743
Posting Date:  23 Oct 2025
Function:  Design
Unit:  Business
Location: 

UK Wide, United Kingdom

Salary:  Grade D

 
Career Level: D
Location: UK Wide

Why this job matters

You will be responsible for the technical delivery of transformational network projects on one or more of BT’s large public sector accounts in the UK. You will help our customer align their Network strategy to their business strategy using a common methodology.

What you’ll be doing

  • You will be working with our Practice managers and Technical leads to design and deliver seamless network solutions to our customers
  • Creating standardized or customized network designs in a range of areas and work on specific platform designs and/or customer solutions
  • Carrying out pre-sales activities, planning and implementations across a wider range of ICT Infrastructure elements (security, wan optimization, load balancing etc.)
  • Collaboratively work with other designers and engineers to resolve design and implementation issues and provide technical consultancy for BT’s customers
  • Using recognised tools and methodologies to create innovative Network solutions for our customers

You'll need to have the following skills and experience

  • Experience in a key network design and delivery role for major customers with large complex WAN network solutions
  • Strong technical background across Network Architecture layers and comfortable presenting networks and services as an integrated solution
  • Cisco routing and switching skills and/or Fortinet Fortigate appliances
  • Interpreting Customer needs, assessing the full requirements, identifying solutions to standard and non-standard requirements is a must
  • Experience in creating high quality technical designs, Customer facing proposals and detailed cost models is an advantage
  • Ability to explain difficult technical concepts to a variety of audiences is a must
  • Certification - Cisco CCNP / Fortinet NSE4 or equivalent real world experience

Benefits

 

  • 10% on target bonus
  • BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
  • 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
  • Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
  • World-class training and development opportunities
  • Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
  • Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
  • Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

 

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

 

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

 

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.

 

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