Circuit Infrastructure Specialist

Global Circuit Specialist

Rate - £42.50 (an hour)

Location - Bracknell (Hybrid)

Duration - 12 months initially

Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)

Position Overview

A Global Circuit Infrastructure Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's international network circuit portfolio, ensuring optimal connectivity, cost efficiency, and service delivery across all global locations. This role focuses on strategic circuit management, vendor relationships, and continuous service improvement across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

Global Circuit Management

Support global circuit strategy across EMEA, APAC, and Americas regions
Manage complex circuit portfolios including MPLS, SD-WAN, Internet, and point-to-point services
Lead circuit transformation initiatives and technology refreshes
Oversee circuit migrations and upgrades across international locations
Maintain comprehensive global circuit inventory and documentation
Implement standardized processes for circuit lifecycle management

Vendor Management

Manage relationships with global telecommunications providers
Support negotiations for international circuit contracts and service agreements
Coordinate with regional vendors for new installations and service changes
Work with procurement on cost optimization initiatives across the global circuit portfolio
Ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs)
Work with the Finance team to review and validate global circuit billing

Delivery & Service Operations

Coordinate with technical teams for service implementations
Manage service request workflows
Track and report on service delivery metrics
Oversee circuit change management processes
Support project coordination and management overflow for the IT Networks portfolio
Coordinate circuit service testing and acceptance
Maintain circuit service documentation and records
Facilitate circuit issue resolution between vendors and technical teams

Strategic Planning

Develop long-term circuit infrastructure roadmaps
Identify opportunities for network optimization and cost reduction
Analyze market trends and new technologies
Provide recommendations for circuit architecture improvements
Create and maintain circuit standards and procedures
Regular reporting on global circuit metrics and KPIsRequired Skills & Experience

5+ years experience in telecommunications or network infrastructure
Experience managing circuit portfolios
Knowledge of telecommunications regulations in key markets
Vendor management and negotiation skills
Knowledge of circuit types, capacities, and technologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Experience with circuit inventory management systems
Technical coordination or project management experience

Technical Knowledge

MPLS, SD-WAN, and Internet circuit technologies
Global telecommunications landscape
Network architecture and design principles
Circuit monitoring and management tools
Bandwidth management and optimization
Network security and compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Telecommunications or networking certifications
ITIL certification

Experience with major global telecom providers
Multi-lingual capabilities
Background in network engineering

Experience with cloud connectivity solutions