Head of Network - London

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic network manager to lead the modernization of their infrastructure. This role involves optimizing network performance, ensuring compliance, and driving automation in a collaborative environment. You'll work with cutting-edge technology and innovative partners, shaping the future of out-of-home advertising. As part of a community focused on meaningful impact, you'll have opportunities for career development and work-life balance while contributing to a digital transformation that connects advertisers with audiences. Join this journey and make a difference in a rapidly evolving field.

Benefits

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Cover

33 paid holidays including bank holidays

Company Pension Scheme paid up to 8%

Life Insurance and group income protection scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in network management and design.
• In-depth knowledge of routing, switching, and security.

Responsibilities

• Manage network performance, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with teams and suppliers to enhance services.

Skills

Network design

Routing

Switching

Security

Cloud Management Tools

Firewall Security Tools

Public Cloud Platforms

Automation

Communication

Job description

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Clear Channel Europe, a leader in the advertising world, boasts an impressive portfolio across 13 markets.

Driven by consumer trends, advances in technology and the engagement possibilities of digital media; the world’s oldest advertising medium is undergoing a massive wave of digitalisation.

Clear Channel’s mission is to create the future of media and our European Technology Team is at the forefront of this transformation.

About the Role

As part of our Infrastructure leadership team, you'll play a key role in making sure Clear Channel Europe has a cost-effective, reliable, and future-ready network – across both core and digital services.

You’ll lead the modernisation of our networks to meet evolving customer needs, ensure we meet our service-level agreements (SLAs), and maintain a clear roadmap for future services.

The ideal candidate will need to be great at building strong relationships and have a solid understanding of content delivery networks, mobile technologies, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Please note this role will require some travel within the EU and UK, all travel plans will be communicated with advance notice.

What You'll Do

• Manage and optimise network performance, security, and reliability
• Resolve issues, plan upgrades, and drive automation and modern practices
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers
• Ensure compliance, maintain documentation, and stay ahead of tech trends to continuously improve our environment
• Report on network performance and manage budgets effectively
• Inspire and guide a customer-focused team, supporting their growth and development
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and align network services to business needs

Your Skills & Experience

• Strong technical expertise across network design, implementation, and management
• In-depth knowledge of routing, switching, and security
• Experienced with Cloud Management Tools, Firewall Security Tools and Public Cloud Platforms
• Clear and effective communicator, comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences
• A proven track record of driving automation and efficiency
• Able to guide and support our network engineering team

What’s in it for you?

Out-of-home Advertising is a well-established medium undergoing a digital revolution, and one we believe we are uniquely positioned to capture. You will be at the forefront of this journey, working with your peers to lead the way.

As part of this, you will get to grow and learn by working with the latest tech, joining innovative partners, and collaborating with great colleagues on a day-to-day basis. You will have influence and the opportunity to create something you will feel proud of.

Some of our benefits include:

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Cover
• 33 paid holidays including bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme paid up to 8%
• Life Insurance and group income protection scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Why Us?

At Clear Channel Europe, we're more than a tech-driven advertising leader—we’re a community focused on creating meaningful impact through innovative solutions. Here’s what makes us unique:

• Innovative Landscape: You’ll work at the cutting edge of out-of-home advertising, contributing to a digital transformation that reshapes how advertisers connect with audiences.
• Collaborative Culture: We believe that diversity fuels creativity. You'll join a team that celebrates varied perspectives and encourages collaboration across departments, ensuring that your ideas are valued.
• Career Development: From mentorship with senior leaders to encouragement for out of the box thinking, we invest in your growth. With exposure to the latest technologies, you’ll sharpen your skills and advance in a field that’s constantly evolving.
• Commitment to Work-Life Balance: Our flexible work policies and comprehensive benefits are designed to support your well-being, both personally and professionally, so you can thrive.
• Focus on Impact: At Clear Channel, every project we undertake aims to create positive change, whether it's providing transparent advertising solutions or setting new standards in customer service. Your work will directly shape our industry and influence real-world outcomes.

We believe in fairness and as an equal opportunities employer we work hard to foster an inclusive environment, a place you can truly be yourself and be treated fairly. We’re interested in what you can do, not just what you’ve done. Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you.

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