TL;DR

Technical Design Manager (Architecture): Leading a team to design and deliver end-to-end technology solutions for BT's diverse customer base with an accent on turning business requirements into robust, right-first-time solutions. Focus on managing complex change, ensuring governance adherence, and fostering team growth and development.

Location: Hybrid in the UK (Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds), with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Salary: Competitive Salary + Market Leading Benefits

Company

%hirify_global% is a global leader in secure connectivity and collaboration platforms, serving 1.2 million business customers internationally with over 175 years of heritage.

What you will do

Lead the end-to-end technical solution design and delivery for customer projects.
Be accountable for delivering solutions to time, cost, and quality, adhering to design and delivery standards.
Lead and manage a team of Technical Designers, ensuring resource fulfillment and managing risks.
Drive team growth through career progression and manage performance and well-being.
Act as a product or service Subject Matter Expert (SME) and train design squads.

Requirements

Around 10 years of deep, hands-on technology expertise.
Confident in leading high-value engagements (£10M+) and managing large teams (15+ designers).
Strong customer-first approach, aligning solutions to deliver real value.
Skilled in commercial discussions and problem-solving across the customer journey.
Clear, confident communicator able to engage at all levels, including C-level executives.
Expertise in mapping, managing, and building strong relationships with stakeholders.
Must be comfortable with a hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Culture & Benefits

10% on target annual bonus and a generous BT Pension scheme (10% company contribution).
X4 Salary Life Assurance and a range of flexible benefits (Cycle to Work, Healthcare).
25 days annual leave (increasing with service) and equal family leave (18 weeks full pay).
Enhanced women’s health support and 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues.
World-class training and development opportunities and option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
Discounted broadband, mobile, and TV packages.