Solutions Lead

At NEC Digital you choose the path of no compromise. We provide industry-leading expertise across the full scope of a project giving our customers the confidence and security they need to achieve great outcomes for users.

A partnership of best-in-class software delivery with pioneering user-centred design services. We offer full end-to-end digital transformation expertise to the very highest standards from discovery to development and beyond at a scale and quality unique in the market.

You must have lived in the UK for 5 consecutive years or more to be eligible for Security Clearance which is essential for the job.

We are seeking an enterprising Solution Lead to join our dynamic NEC Digital Studio team. The successful candidate will have substantial experience in designing tailored solutions for public sector clients. This role requires a hands-on approach and an understanding of the technical non-technical and strategic aspects of solution design. It will act as the bridge between business needs our technical/design teams and delivery ensuring solutions are robust compelling and aligned with NEC Digital Studios strategic direction.

Qualifications :

Key responsibilities

• Solution ownership and design. Lead the end-to-end solution design process from early concept and initial engagement with clients and SMEs to delivery ensuring alignment with client requirements and business capabilities. This role focuses not just on the technical aspect of solution design but instead on bringing together the range of SMEs required to design and implement a relevant overarching solution.
• Internal product and capability development. Contribute to internal projects to develop new digital solutions. Lead teams to define propositions ensuring these are technically proficient deliverable and meet market demand.
• Pre-sales solutioning. Own and lead solution responses for RFIs ITTs and tenders. Work closely with SMEs sub-consultants bid and sales teams to develop compelling differentiating solutions.
• Leading solution workshops. Liaising with roles including: technical architects engineering leads support heads business analysts and UCD SMEs in order to formulate a full end-to-end solution for our clients. You will act as a facilitator bringing together a full range of disciplines needed to define an integrated robust and scalable solution.
• Clear articulation of proposed solutions. Present and articulate solution designs clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders including within solution documents presentations and solution sign-off packs.
• Client engagement. Maintain strong client relationships understanding their needs and aligning them with feasible and innovative technological solutions.
• Continuous improvement. Keep abreast of emerging technologies industry trends and best practices to continuously improve solution offerings and guide the technical strategy of the company.

What we need from you:

• Experience in a relevant discipline. Proven experience as a Solution Architect Solution Lead or other relevant discipline within the IT services industry combined with a curiosity around systems and system improvement.
• Technical expertise. Proficient in both AWS and Azure cloud platform services and solutions.
• Pre-sales experience. Experience in developing winning solutions for bids and with bid processes.
• Strong communication skills. The confidence and verbal dexterity required to lead solution workshops.
• Ability to clearly articulate solutions. To document and define proposed solution designs and create solution diagrams.
• Public sector insight. Experience working with or for public sector clients is highly desirable.
• Problem solver. Proven ability to analyse complex issues and working alone or with others design effective solutions.

Team player. Collaborative with excellent interpersonal skills and capable of working with diverse teams and clients.

Additional Information :

Why Join Us

• Impactful work. Contribute to meaningful projects that have a significant impact on public sector services.
• Innovative environment. Be a part of a new team that values innovation and encourages you to push technological boundaries.
• Professional growth. Opportunities for further development and learning to enhance your career path.
• Dynamic culture. Work in a supportive and entrepreneurial culture where your ideas are valued.

We pride ourselves in offering an excellent benefits package including an above average pension scheme. When you join the team at NEC Software Solutions you are provided with the following:

• Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members at an additional cost)
• 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE)
• 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost)
• A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%
• A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs
• All colleagues get free access to LinkedIn Learning. Over 15000 courses covering a huge breadth of subjects. Learn about what you like when you like how you like.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK. Documentary evidence will be required.
• All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting references and occupational health checks.
• Depending on the nature of the role a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required.

NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all communities. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs during the recruitment or interview process please feel free to share these with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accommodating experience for all candidates.

Who We Are:

Were NEC Software Solutions (part of global tech giant NEC Corporation). While you read this ad our software is helping to dispatch ambulances support families keep trains on the move locate missing people and even test the hearing of newborn babies.

Working with us youll be helping our 3000 employees push the boundaries of whats possible and support amazing public services.

We work with governments hospitals police forces housing providers local authorities and more. We help them pay financial support faster speed up treatments for patients and respond to emergencies in the right way. The more we do the more our customers can do for others. And together we make a world of difference.

Wed love your help. And well support you all the way.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1