Technical Presales Consultant

Claritas Solutions Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Presales Consultant to shape service offerings for the mid-market. This role blends technical expertise with client interaction, focusing on data backup, disaster recovery, and cyber security. The company values work-life balance and offers generous benefits, including extensive training and a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in technical presales or solution architecture, with a strong grasp of cloud technologies and security protocols. If you are passionate about driving digital transformation and want to be part of a close-knit team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Access to regular training and certifications

Up to 29 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Fully funded BUPA Medical and Dental

Generous pension scheme

£100 monthly cost of living allowance

12 Weeks full pay Maternity Leave

2 Weeks full pay Paternity Leave

Free parking with EV charging points

Free flu jabs

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in technical presales and solution architecture.
• Experience with traditional hardware platforms and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis sessions to understand client IT infrastructure and challenges.
• Design technical solutions and provide guidance throughout the sales process.

Skills

Technical Presales

Solution Architecture

Technical Product Management

Client Interaction

Project Management

Security Protocols

Technical Solution Design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Tools

VMWare

Veeam

Cisco

Microsoft Azure

Nutanix

HPE Aruba

Job description

We’ve partnered with an IT solutions provider renowned for their world-class reputation in delivering complex data management and access projects in the public sector for the past 25 years.

Due to the sensitive nature of their contracts, they have remained a well-kept secret within the UK MSP industry.

However, they are about to step into the spotlight and leverage their extensive expertise to expand into the private sector with a focus on addressing mid-market needs for data backup, disaster recovery, cyber security, and cloud computing, with a particular emphasis on data sovereignty.

To achieve this goal, they've asked us to help them find a talented Presales Consultant to help them shape their service offerings for the market.

Are you a good fit?

The ideal candidate for this role would have a background in Technical Presales, Technical Product Management or Solution Architecture and possess the expertise to collaborate with technical teams to transform bespoke solutions into standardised, repeatable products and services while also playing a pivotal role in the sales process.

Acting as a subject matter expert, the role offers a unique blend of hands-on technical work, client interaction, and strategic project oversight. So, if you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to drive digital transformation, this is a significant opportunity for both professional growth and technological impact.

Where You're More Than Just an Employee!

This is a company that truly believes in the importance of looking after its people, understanding that a positive work-life balance is essential for overall happiness and productivity. They go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels valued and supported, both professionally and personally. It's a close-knit team, where everyone is treated like part of the family. The company's genuine care and commitment to its people is reflected in the generous benefits they provide, including:

• Access to regular training, certifications and industry seminars, ensuring you remain an expert in your field.
• Up to 29 days of holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for birthdays.
• Fully funded BUPA Medical and Dental, along with a 3x Death in Service benefit.
• A company pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
• A £100 monthly cost of living allowance and up to £50 fuel contributions for commuting.
• 12 Weeks full pay Maternity Leave + statutory for remainder of leave.
• 2 Weeks full pay Paternity Leave.
• Free parking with EV charging points for office-based role.
• Free flu jabs.

What we're looking for

This is a pivotal role where you'll be tasked with a variety of responsibilities that play a crucial part in our client's success. You'll need a proven history of expertise in traditional hardware platforms, across multiple disciplines (Server, Storage, Networking, and virtualisation) using technologies such as: VMWare, Veeam, Rubiks, Cisco, Checkpoint, Microsoft Azure, Nutanix, Meraki and HPE Aruba.

Key responsibilities will include:

1. Conducting In-Depth Analysis: Lead thorough analysis sessions with potential clients to understand their IT infrastructure, challenges, and objectives.
2. Technical Solution Design: Work closely with the sales team to identify client needs, offering technical solutions that align with their requirements.
3. Security Requirements Compliance: Ensure a comprehensive understanding of security protocols for cloud, datacentre, and edge computing environments, advising on best practices.
4. Demonstration and Presentation: Craft and present detailed demonstrations to clients, showcasing the benefits and capabilities of proposed solutions.
5. Technical Guidance and Support: Provide continuous technical advice to clients, supporting them through the sales process and project lifecycle.
6. Project Management: Oversee projects from start to finish, guaranteeing they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Other Requirements

• Car owner with clean UK driving license.
• Must be cleared to work in the UK and have been a UK resident for 5+ years.
• Security vetting and Police questionnaire to be completed as a condition of employment.

If you want to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to creating pioneering cloud services, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, nationality, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected category. We embrace diversity and are committed to establishing inclusive environments for all employees.

Please note: In compliance with employment laws, candidates must be eligible to live and work in this role's location, and upon offer, verification of eligibility will be requested.