Network Architect

Legacy Network Architect Birmingham (4 days on-site) | Full-time | SC Eligible The Opportunity We’re partnering with a major consultancy on a mission-critical role for a Legacy Network Architect to support a high-impact telecoms transformation programme. Based on-site in Birmingham, this role offers a rare opportunity to work hands-on with heritage telecoms infrastructure – essential to enabling the long-term shift from circuit to packet-based networks. If you’re an experienced engineer with deep, practical knowledge of legacy systems and a background in providers like BT, Vodafone, or EE, this is your chance to bring your expertise to a role that genuinely needs it. With few roles of this kind still open in the UK market, this is a highly unique opportunity for the right profile. What You’ll Do • Lead the analysis, design, and transition of legacy telecoms infrastructure, supporting the migration from traditional circuit-switched technology. • Work extensively on-site in a dedicated lab environment to test, simulate, and validate system behaviours – developing practical solutions where documentation and online resources are no longer available. • Collaborate with wider network engineering and architecture teams to ensure continuity of service and performance during technology transition. • Deliver in-depth technical investigations, performance analysis, and support the end-client’s transformation programme. Key Skills & Experience • Solid, hands-on background in legacy telecoms networks, including circuit-switched systems and packet conversion (circuit-to-packet). • Deep familiarity with SDH, PDH, ATM, Frame Relay, or similar legacy protocols and systems. • Experience working within telecoms environments (BT, Vodafone, EE, or similar carriers). • Comfortable working in a lab-based role, building solutions from the ground up. • Clearance: SC eligible (most suitable candidates will likely already hold SC due to industry norms). The Fit You’re likely a telecoms veteran – someone who’s worked with this kind of infrastructure for years and instinctively knows how it behaves. This isn’t a theoretical or research-based role – it’s hands-on problem-solving with old tech that’s still mission-critical. If you’ve ever said “I’ve worked with that kit, I know exactly how it behaves,” this is the job for you. The Package • Salary: £70,000 • Car Allowance: £6,000 • Bonus: 10% • Full benefits package: includes private healthcare, pension, and more • Hybrid model – minimum 4 days per week on-site in Birmingham lab, flexibility for 1 day remote depending on workload Ready to Get Started? Apply now or reach out to Declan Bryson at Anson McCade on 07529 161950 quoting reference AMC/DB/LEGNET/1.