Network Engineer

context recruitment; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Managed Services Provider in Harrogate is offering an exciting opportunity for a recent Computer Networking graduate to join their Network Support team. This hybrid role provides hands-on experience in troubleshooting networking issues while collaborating with senior engineers. With a structured training program, you can expect clear pathways for career advancement into specialist roles. The position offers a starting salary of up to £30,000 and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Clear pathways for career progression

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Computer Networking or related field.
• Basic knowledge of routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Passionate about developing a technical career.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality IT and network support to clients.
• Troubleshoot incidents and escalate when necessary.
• Maintain and update internal technical documentation.
• Continuously build knowledge in networking and cloud services.
• Work with senior engineers for mentorship.

Skills

Cisco networking fundamentals

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Networking or relevant certification

Job description

L2 Network Engineer

Hybrid role - 2 days per week on site, 3 days WFH

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent Computer Networking graduate to begin a career with a leading Managed Services Provider (MSP) that delivers Cloud, Connectivity, Unified Communications, and Collaboration services to enterprise-scale organisations and household-name clients.

The company has grown rapidly through both acquisition and organic expansion, and they are now looking for a motivated graduate with a strong interest in networking and IT infrastructure to join their Network Support team.

As part of an experienced and collaborative technical team, you will gain hands‑on exposure to real‑world networking environments, troubleshooting issues and developing a broad technical skill set. This is an excellent platform for career progression, with structured training and opportunities to advance into specialist roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high‑quality IT and network support to clients, ensuring service levels are met
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents, escalating where required
• Maintain and update internal technical documentation
• Continuously build your knowledge across networking, cloud services, and IT systems
• Work closely with senior engineers to gain mentorship and experience in enterprise environments

Requirements:

• A degree in Computer Networking, Network Engineering, or hold a relevant certification (CompTIA etc.)
• A basic knowledge/interest of Cisco networking fundamentals (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Strong communication skills and a passion for developing a technical career

Salary & Benefits

Up to £30,000

Hybrid working (2 days onsite, 3 days WFH) plus excellent benefits and a clear pathways for career progression into senior engineering and specialist roles

Working Hours:

Mon-Thu 9am-5:30pm, Fri 9am-3:30pm