Presales Technical Consultant

HP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HP in the United Kingdom seeks a Technical Consultant to engage with customers, design tailored IT solutions and support the sales team through pre-sales activities. You will lead demonstrations, conduct PoCs, and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

The role emphasizes IT infrastructure, networking, cloud computing and cybersecurity, with travel and customer-facing responsibilities across the sales cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• 7–10+ years in technical consulting, pre-sales, or solution development.
• Experience in IT infrastructure, networking, cloud computing and cybersecurity.
• Ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand requirements and design tailored IT solutions.
• Lead product demonstrations and answer client questions to build buy-in.
• Evaluate feasibility, risks, and mitigation strategies for proposed solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, specs and pricing for proposals.
• Educate clients on technical aspects and integration with existing systems.
• Conduct PoCs or pilots to prove value in real environments.
• Build relationships with technical decision-makers throughout the sales cycle.
• Provide training and support to the sales team on technical topics.
• Perform competitive analysis and advise on product positioning.
• Collaborate with sales to uncover opportunities and align with customer needs.
• Lead meetings to gather insights on IT infrastructure and goals.
• Qualify opportunities and develop customized technical solutions.
• Support presentations and demonstrations with technical depth.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and provide expert guidance.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure alignment with customer needs.
• Offer hands-on technical assistance during PoCs and evaluations.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging tech and competitors.

Skills

Technical solution development

Pre-sales support

IT infrastructure

Networking

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity

Technical presentations

CRM systems

Sales analytics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Proof-of-concepts (PoCs)

CRM software

Job description

Description - The

Description - The Technical Consultant engages with customers to understand their business needs, designs tailored IT solutions, and presents these solutions as a trusted advisor. This role leverages technical expertise to remove barriers in the selling process, articulates the value proposition of HP products and services, and supports both the sales team and customers throughout the engagement. The Technical Consultant is responsible for technical solution development, pre-sales support, and ensuring successful adoption and integration of HP solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand business requirements and design tailored IT solutions that align with technical capabilities and business objectives.
• Lead product demonstrations, answer client questions, and highlight key features to increase client confidence and buy-in.
• Conduct technical evaluations, validate solution feasibility, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Develop technical documentation, specifications, and pricing models for proposals.
• Educate clients on technical aspects of solutions and integration with existing infrastructure.
• Conduct proof-of-concepts (PoCs) or pilot projects to demonstrate solution value in real-world environments.
• Build strong, ongoing relationships with prospective clients, addressing technical queries and concerns throughout the sales cycle.
• Provide training and support to the sales team on technical aspects of products and solutions.
• Perform competitive analysis and advise the sales team on effective product positioning.
• Collaborate with sales team members to uncover new opportunities and build lasting relationships with technical decision-makers.
• Lead meetings and presentations to gather insights into client IT infrastructure, challenges, and goals.
• Qualify potential opportunities and develop comprehensive, customized technical solutions.
• Support the sales team in creating and delivering impactful presentations and demonstrations.
• Respond promptly and accurately to customer technical inquiries and concerns.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure proposed solutions are fully aligned with customer needs.
• Provide hands-on technical assistance during proof-of-concepts and evaluations.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor offerings.

Education & Experience Recommended

• Education: Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Experience: Relevant experience in technical consulting, pre-sales, or solution development (typically 7-10+ years for such roles).
• Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in technical solution development and pre-sales support.
  • Experience in IT infrastructure, networking, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of market trends and ability to turn insights into business opportunities.

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in HP IT strategy, managed solutions, digital services, and professional services.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, cloud computing, and cybersecurity principles.
• Proficiency in solution selling, technical presentations, and product demonstrations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to articulate complex technical concepts in simple terms.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills for technical solution development and opportunity qualification.
• Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and sales analytics tools.
• Market awareness and ability to stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings.

New Technology and AI

Demonstrated curiosity and confidence in adopting emerging tools and technologies—especially AI—to enhance sales performance, customer engagement, and productivity. The ability to quickly learn, adapt, and apply digital solutions in daily workflows, and to use AI insights to drive smarter decisions and more personalized customer interactions.

About HP

HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world's largest technology company and ranked 10 on the Fortune 500 list for 2012, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to serve more than 1 billion customers in over 170 countries on six continents. HP invents, engineers, and delivers technology solutions that drive business value, create social value, and improve the lives of our clients.

Job

Sales

Schedule

Full time

Shift

No shift premium (United Kingdom)

Travel

50%

Relocation

Not Specified

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

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