Senior Technical Advisor, Telecoms Infrastructure

Ofcom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ofcom in the United Kingdom seeks a senior technical expert to shape regulatory thinking and future programmes for the UK’s digital infrastructure. You will lead technical work across 3GPP mobile networks, satellite systems, and optical networks, translating complex technologies into actionable policy guidance.

You will manage a small team and influence strategic decisions within the Infrastructure and Connectivity Group, contributing to security, resilience and consumer policy objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in 3GPP mobile networks (4G/5G).
• Experience designing satellite communications solutions.
• Knowledge of optical networking from access to sub-sea.
• Understanding of telecoms transmission/transport networks (MPLS/IP).
• Familiarity with TV/radio broadcasting technologies.
• Ability to handle complex data sets for regulatory use.
• Ability to communicate complex tech to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across infrastructure, connectivity, security and resilience workstreams.
• Conduct and evaluate technical research to support regulatory interventions and policy decisions.
• Translate complex tech concepts into clear, evidence-based guidance for senior stakeholders.
• Anticipate technology developments and influence future work programmes.
• Manage and develop a small technical team.
• Contribute to Ofcom's technology strategy within the ICG sector.
• Collaborate with peers to deliver outputs effectively.

Skills

3GPP 4G/5G architecture

Satellite comms GEO/LEO

Optical networking

MPLS/IP networks

TV/radio broadcast tech

Data analysis

Regulatory policy input

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ofcom in the United Kingdom seeks a senior technical expert to shape regulatory thinking and future programmes for the UK’s digital infrastructure. You will lead technical work across 3GPP mobile networks, satellite systems, and optical networks, translating complex technologies into actionable policy guidance.

You will manage a small team and influence strategic decisions within the Infrastructure and Connectivity Group, contributing to security, resilience and consumer policy objectives.