Solutions Architect

Solutions Architect - Managed Network Services

Location: Solihull (Hybrid)
Salary: -65,000 - -80,000 + Commission + Car Allowance
Working Pattern: Hybrid - approximately 2 days per month in the Solihull office

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Solutions Architect to join a growing technical team, playing a key role in designing innovative network infrastructure solutions and supporting customers throughout the sales lifecycle.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, customer-focused architect with a background in managed WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi and security services. You will work closely with Sales and Account Management teams, acting as the technical authority from initial customer engagement through to solution delivery.

What You''ll Be Doing

• Design tailored LAN and WAN solutions aligned to customer requirements and technical capabilities.
• Work closely with Sales and Account Management teams to understand customer needs and develop compelling technical propositions.
• Lead technical discussions, customer meetings and solution reviews, translating complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes.
• Produce high-quality technical documentation, including Statements of Work (SOWs), High-Level Designs (HLDs), network schematics and associated solution documentation.
• Collaborate with Service Delivery, Sales and Account Management teams to support new business opportunities, renewals and existing customer relationships.
• Ensure solutions are technically robust, commercially viable and deliver long-term customer value.
• Maintain accurate activity and opportunity information within CRM systems.
• Contribute to the development of a significant sales pipeline and support the wider pre-sales function.

• Good understanding of enterprise Wi-Fi technologies, including CAPWAP, WPA, 802.1X, mesh networking and wireless controllers.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how to balance technical excellence with customer and business requirements.
• Full UK driving licence and the ability to pass BPSS and relevant security clearance checks.

What''s on Offer?

• -65,000 - -80,000 salary
• Commission scheme
• Car allowance
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced pension contributions

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.