Acquisition Manager - ESN

BT Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications sector is seeking an Acquisition Manager to support mobile deployment programs under the Emergency Services Network contract. The role involves managing suppliers, legal agreements, and ensuring timely upgrades and builds, while providing regular updates to senior management. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Telecoms industry and strong stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

10% annual bonus

Pension schemes

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Generous leave

Family leave

Health support

Training opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Telecoms Industry Acquisition, Property, or Estates functions related to RAN deployment.
• Understanding of the Electronic Communications Code (2017) and its legal implications.

Responsibilities

• Manage suppliers and coordinate with RAN teams for timely delivery.
• Act as the primary Programme Management contact for ESN programs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Service Assurance

System Administration

Decision Making

Education

Experience in Telecoms Industry Acquisition

Job description

Acquisition Manager - ESN

Posting Date: 12 May 2025

Unit: Networks

Location: 1 Braham Street, London, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive Salary + Great Benefits

Function: ESN Networks

Locations: London, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester or Glasgow

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a strategic priority for BT, aiming to provide one of the most advanced Emergency Services Networks globally. BT is proud to be the official supplier delivering mission-critical communications for Britain’s Emergency Services. ESN will replace the Airwave network, leveraging EE’s existing 4G network to offer essential voice, data, and critical communication services to 300,000 frontline emergency personnel.

The BT and EE Property Team seeks an Acquisition Manager to support mobile deployment programs under the ESN contract with the Home Office. This role involves managing instructions across multiple suppliers and partners nationwide, including third-party and neutral host site providers.

The successful candidate must have at least BPSS clearance (or equivalent) and may need to undergo additional security vetting (e.g., CTC, SC, or NPPV).

What you’ll be doing

• Act as the primary Programme Management contact for BT / EE’s ESN programs, including managing legal agreements and site upgrades, with regular reporting to senior management.
• Manage suppliers and coordinate with RAN teams to ensure timely delivery of upgrades and new builds.
• Develop a detailed understanding of program requirements, forecasts, KPIs, and key deliverables.
• Provide regular updates to senior leaders, highlighting risks, issues, and commitments.
• Implement strategies and process improvements to enhance program timelines.

The skills you’ll need

• Troubleshooting
• Service Assurance
• System Administration
• Decision Making

What we would like to see on your CV

• Proven experience in Telecoms Industry Acquisition, Property, or Estates functions related to RAN deployment.
• Understanding of the Electronic Communications Code (2017) and its legal implications.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills with a track record of front-end delivery.
• Experience managing suppliers and third parties effectively.
• Attention to detail and data-driven decision-making abilities.

At BT, we connect people and empower communities through innovative technology. Our benefits include a 10% annual bonus, pension schemes, life assurance, flexible benefits, generous leave, family leave, health support, training opportunities, employee discounts, and flexible working arrangements.

This role offers a 3 days in-office, 2 days flexible working model. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable adjustments during the hiring process and encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply.