Network Engineer Team Leader

Akkodis; Wychavon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established network service provider is seeking a Network Engineer Team Leader in Worcestershire. The successful candidate will lead a team of Cisco Network Support Engineers, while also being hands-on with network tasks. Requirements include experience in technical team leadership, CCNP certification, and strong Cisco networking skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with ad-hoc travel to client sites required.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience leading technical teams, especially in an MSP environment.
• Senior Network Engineer experience with CCNP certification.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco networking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of Cisco Network Support Engineers.
• Remain hands-on in network engineering tasks.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

Skills

Leading technical teams

Cisco networking technologies

Troubleshooting

Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)

Cisco ASA/FTD

Network monitoring tools (PRTG, Wireshark)

Scripting (Python)

Job description

Network Engineer Team Leader

£55,000 - £70,000 + car allowance, bonus, private healthcare and other great benefits

Full Time / Permanent

Worcestershire / with travel

The Role

Our client is a well-established yet growing network service provider and Cisco Premier Partner based in Worcestershire.

We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer Team Leader to oversee an expert team of Cisco Network Support Engineers whilst also remaining hands‑on.

This is primarily an office‑based role in Worcestershire but will also require ad‑hoc travel to client sites.

There is an on‑call schedule which is approximately once every 6‑8 weeks.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience leading teams of technical engineers, preferably within an MSP type environment.
• Previous experience operating as a Senior Network Engineer, preferably at CCNP level and hold equivalent CCNP level certification with strong practical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills for resolving complex network issues efficiently.
• Proficient in routing protocols (e.g. OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), switching technologies and QoS.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco ASA/FTD, wireless (Catalyst or Meraki), and VPN solutions.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g. PRTG, Wireshark, NetFlow).
• Any experience with automation or scripting (e.g., Python) is a plus.
• Must also hold a valid UK driving licence.

Equal Opportunities

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.