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Holt Executive are exclusively supporting a global provider of lifesaving/innovative connectivity solutions that connect people and assets around the globe, including in remote and challenging environments.

Our partner is seeking a Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications to be the crucial link between their cutting-edge technology and their global customers.

As a Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications you’ll be responsible for the work and activities related to the installation, service and maintenance of all Connectivity/Satellite Systems, IT Network hardware and software on vessels and offshore platforms.

Key Responsibilities for the Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications:

• Dive into complex technical issues, troubleshoot with precision, and find creative solutions that keep their customers connected.
• Create detailed reports and ensure all tasks are completed on time and to the highest standards.
• Deliver projects on time and within scope, exceeding customer expectations.
• Collaborate with customers, internal departments, and fellow engineers to ensure seamless operations and exceed expectations.

Key Skills & Experience for the Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT & Telecommunications or similar.
• Solid IT knowledge is essential, including server configuration, network infrastructure, and administration.
• Experience in marine electronics on commercial or military vessels or any offshore installations is an advantage.
• Multi-national customer service experience preferred.
• Must be flexible to work worldwide and travel varying schedules, including evenings and weekends.
• Be able to provide a valid work permit for the location you are applying to.

If your skills and experience match this Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your resume to info@holtexecutive.com 

Holt Executive are partnered with a global leader within the Global Connectivity space and is the market leader in global mobile satellite communications.

Our partner is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulations and best practices in activities such as the Export Compliance programme for the global business.

Key Responsibilities for the Trade Compliance Specialist:

• The Trade Compliance Specialist will manage and oversee the UK administration and control of exports for controlled goods, software, and technology. This includes communicating with impacted parties to ensure seamless integration with relevant business processes and transactions.
• Assist the Compliance team in conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) checks.
• Ensure all systems and folders used for export monitoring and control are utilized and maintained effectively according to established procedures.
• Supporting the Senior Export Control Manager on matters of compliance, especially concerning areas listed in greater detail below.
• Guarantee adherence to all relevant policies and procedures for export control. Maintain proper registration upkeep for all necessary licenses and permits.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are adhered to, and all required registrations are properly maintained.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all applicable regulations affecting the UK, EU and US.
• Facilitate the authorisation signature process and maintain comprehensive records for all TAA support activities.
• The Trade Compliance Specialist will provide admin support to the compliance team including maintaining training records and for local staff.
• Provide and maintain metrics as defined by the Senior Export Control Manager.
• Conduct annual self-assessments to identify gaps and areas of risk across all areas of involvement and communicate these to the team.
• Support the Senior Export Control Manager to perform internal export control audits on each main exporting hub, including Norway, The Netherlands, Singapore, and the UK.
• Support the Senior Export Control Manager and other parts of the organization on specific projects as appropriate.

Key Skills and Experience Required by the Trade Compliance Specialist: 

• Awareness, knowledge, and experience required to understand and provide guidance in exporting and importing dual-use and defence articles, technology and services under: 

• • International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
  • Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
  • Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
  • UK Export Control Regulations (Military and Dual-Use)
  • EU Export Control Regulations (Dual-Use)

• Experience in Export Control.
• Knowledge of Sanctioned Party Screening.
• Awareness of Anti-corruption & Anti-bribery regulations.
• Experienced with working with staff at all levels of the organisation.

If your skills and experience match this Trade Compliance Specialist opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Become the network hero!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior OSS Engineer to play a critical role in keeping the network running smoothly. You’ll design, build, and maintain cutting-edge Operational Support Systems that optimise performance, boost efficiency, and ensure a flawless customer experience for our partner located in Quebec, Canada.

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. Their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network is revolutionizing global broadband connectivity.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and occasional travel is anticipated.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior OSS Engineer:

• Design, develop, implement and enhance Operational Support Systems to monitor and manage Carrier Ethernet and IP customer services and network resources, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Work closely with vendors to evaluate and implement new OSS solutions and stay up to date with industry trends.
• Review and approve design and development solution documents, internal and external test strategies, plans and scripts.
• Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of OSS requirements, configurations, processes and procedures.
• Implement real-time network monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve network issues, minimizing downtime.
• Investigate and resolve complex OSS implementation and network problems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions.
• Develop and maintain automated scripts and tolls to streamline network operations and improve efficiency.
• Implement and enforce security best practices to protect network systems and data integrity.
• Analyse network performance data and provide insights for capacity planning and network optimization.

Key Skills & Experience for the Senior OSS Engineer:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of architecture, design principles, and specifications for standardized and interoperable OSS.
• Strong knowledge of network management protocols, including NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, TMForum APIs, MEF LSO APIs, CloudEvents, OpenMetrics, Openflow, ONF TAPI, etc.
• Strong knowledge of MEF Lifecycle Service Orchestration framework.
• Hands on experience with OSS tools and platforms such as Netcracker Digital OSS, ONAP, Ciena Blue Planet, Amdocs, etc.
• Hands on experience with Carrier Ethernet technologies, standards, and protocols.
• Familiarity with TMForum Open Digital Architecture (ODA), Process Framework (eTOM) and Information Framework (SID).
• Familiarity with Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or UML.
• This role requires making recommendations and decisions which will have significant influence on the network operations and control solution of the network.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP)

If your skills and experience match this Senior OSS Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Do you have a passion for keeping networks running smoothly? 

Are you an expert in Operational Support Systems? 

We have an exciting opportunity for an OSS Engineer to play a key role in optimizing network performance, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring a seamless customer experience for our partner located in Quebec, Canada.

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. Their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network is revolutionizing global broadband connectivity.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and occasional travel is anticipated.

Key Responsibilities for the OSS Engineer:

• Design, develop, implement and enhance Operational Support Systems to monitor and manage Carrier Ethernet and IP customer services and network resources, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Partner with vendors to find the hottest new OSS solutions and stay ahead of the industry curve.
• Review and approve design and development solution documents, internal and external test strategies, plans and scripts.
• Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of OSS requirements, configurations, processes and procedures.
• Implement real-time network monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve network issues, minimizing downtime.
• Investigate and resolve complex OSS and network problems by collaborating with cross-functional teams to find effective solutions.
• Develop and maintain automated scripts and tolls to streamline network operations and improve efficiency.
• Implement and enforce security best practices to protect network systems and data integrity.
• Analyse network performance data to provide valuable insights for capacity planning and network optimization.

Key Skills & Experience for the OSS Engineer:

• 3-6 years of experience within a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of design principles, and specifications for standardized and interoperable OSS.
• Strong knowledge of network management protocols, including NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, TMForum APIs, MEF LSO APIs, CloudEvents, OpenMetrics, Openflow, ONF TAPI, etc.
• Strong knowledge of MEF Lifecycle Service Orchestration framework.
• User experience with OSS tools and platforms such as Netcracker Digital OSS, ONAP, Ciena Blue Planet, Amdocs, etc.
• Hands on experience with Carrier Ethernet technologies, standards, and protocols.
• Familiarity with TMForum Open Digital Architecture (ODA), Process Framework (eTOM) and Information Framework (SID).
• Familiarity with Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or UML.
• This role requires making recommendations and decisions which will influence the network operations and control solution of the network.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

If your skills and experience match this OSS Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Holt Executive are supporting a global provider of innovative connectivity solutions that connect people and assets around the globe, including in remote and challenging environments.

Our partner is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Engineer to play a vital role in supporting the successful operation of their safety services portfolio, both current and future. The Senior Operations Engineer will ensure that safety services are operating correctly at all times, responding to incidents, taking corrective action, and proactively managing both the short-term and long-term operation of these services.

Responsibilities for the Senior Operations Engineer:

• Operate and maintain various safety platforms, ensuring smooth daily functioning.
• Support the entire lifecycle of safety service systems, from implementation to ongoing maintenance and improvement.
• Proactively address issues and ensure resolution with suppliers or partners as needed.
• Provide troubleshooting for faults and failures in safety services.
• Implement changes and enhancements to safety systems while maintaining optimal service availability.
• Collaborate with equipment manufacturers, software suppliers, and stakeholders to propose and evaluate improvements to safety services.

Skills and Experience for the Senior Operations Engineer:

Essential –

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a suitable technical discipline such as Electronics, Telecommunication, Computer science, etc.
• Experience in telecommunications technologies with an understanding of IP-based mobile networking.
• Significant hands-on experience with managing, maintaining, and upgrading operational systems.

Desirable –

• Understanding of satellite or mobile communications systems.
• Knowledge of networking technology and protocols (including routers, switches, firewalls, TCP/IP, UDP, BGP, HTTP(S), SSL/TLS, SSH, SNMP etc.)
• Knowledge of IT security practices and technologies (including IPSec and PKI).
• Knowledge of various operating systems usage and administration (Windows and Linux).
• Programming/scripting experience (e.g., C, C++, C#, perl, python, java, HTML, etc.)

Benefits:

• Discretionary Annual Bonus.
• 27 days Annual Leave (+ Bank Holidays).
• Private Healthcare, Life Assurance & Income Protection.
• Pension and Savings Plan (Up to 10% employer contribution).
• Season Ticket Loan and/or Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Workplace Savings Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, etc.

If your skills and experience match this Senior Operations Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Talent Acquisition Partner: Do you thrive on connecting top talent with exciting opportunities?

As a Talent Acquisition Partner at Holt Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role in building relationships with clients and candidates, driving our commercial success within the Satellite Connectivity/Operator, Aerospace and Defence markets.

The successful Talent Acquisition Partner will have the opportunity to develop a specialised knowledge base within a specific industry, allowing you to become a true recruitment expert in your field. You’ll manage a portfolio of smaller client accounts, fostering strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Your goal is to understand and identify client needs, match candidates to our client’s opportunities and build mutually beneficial relationships.

Key Responsibilities for the Talent Acquisition Partner:

• Understand client needs, match candidates to perfect roles (temporary or permanent) and build mutually beneficial relationships.
• Exceed Expectations and hit targets related to placements, revenue, or leads. Track your progress and develop strategies to consistently exceed goals.
• Consistently use and follow established procedures and ensure all roles are accurately managed within the system.
• Source top talent and brief candidates on client opportunities (responsibilities, benefits, salaries).
• Thoroughly qualify candidates and capture their details in our system.
• Maintain regular contact with candidates, prepare them for interviews, and share feedback.
• Support successful candidates through the acceptance process and beyond.
• Partner with the Admin Team to craft compelling job adverts and manage social media promotion.
• Manage client relationships, attend review meetings, and develop a deep understanding of their industries.
• Network and attend events as required to build business connections and identify new opportunities.
• Your ambition will be crucial as you strive to exceed goals related to placements, revenue generated, or qualified leads.
• Attend regular reviews and ongoing progress tracking to ensure you’re always aware of your performance and can adjust strategies to consistently exceed targets.

Key Skills and Experience Required by the Talent Acquisition Partner:

• Proven recruitment experience with a strong track record in sales, networking, and client development.
• An understanding of sourcing and recruiting techniques.
• Can achieve targets efficiently with a winning mentality.
• Excellent time management, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong work ethic, a winning attitude, and resilience to overcome challenges.
• A passion for building a successful recruitment career.
• A specialisation in Space, Satcom, Aerospace, or Defence is a plus, but a willingness to learn is key.

If your skills and experience align with this Talent Acquisition Partner opportunity, we encourage you to take the next step! Apply today by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Talent Acquisition Partner: Do you thrive on connecting top talent with exciting opportunities?

As a Talent Acquisition Partner at Holt Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role in building relationships with clients and candidates, driving our commercial success within the Satellite Connectivity/Operator, Aerospace and Defence markets.

The successful Talent Acquisition Partner will have the opportunity to develop a specialised knowledge base within a specific industry, allowing you to become a true recruitment expert in your field. You’ll manage a portfolio of smaller client accounts, fostering strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Your goal is to understand and identify client needs, match candidates to our client’s opportunities and build mutually beneficial relationships.

Key Responsibilities for the Talent Acquisition Partner:

• Understand client needs, match candidates to perfect roles (temporary or permanent) and build mutually beneficial relationships.
• Exceed Expectations and hit targets related to placements, revenue, or leads. Track your progress and develop strategies to consistently exceed goals.
• Consistently use and follow established procedures and ensure all roles are accurately managed within the system.
• Source top talent and brief candidates on client opportunities (responsibilities, benefits, salaries).
• Thoroughly qualify candidates and capture their details in our system.
• Maintain regular contact with candidates, prepare them for interviews, and share feedback.
• Support successful candidates through the acceptance process and beyond.
• Partner with the Admin Team to craft compelling job adverts and manage social media promotion.
• Manage client relationships, attend review meetings, and develop a deep understanding of their industries.
• Network and attend events as required to build business connections and identify new opportunities.
• Your ambition will be crucial as you strive to exceed goals related to placements, revenue generated, or qualified leads.
• Attend regular reviews and ongoing progress tracking to ensure you’re always aware of your performance and can adjust strategies to consistently exceed targets.

Key Skills and Experience Required by the Talent Acquisition Partner:

• Proven recruitment experience with a strong track record in sales, networking, and client development.
• An understanding of sourcing and recruiting techniques.
• Can achieve targets efficiently with a winning mentality.
• Excellent time management, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong work ethic, a winning attitude, and resilience to overcome challenges.
• A passion for building a successful recruitment career.
• A specialisation in Space, Satcom, Aerospace, or Defence is a plus, but a willingness to learn is key.

If your skills and experience align with this Talent Acquisition Partner opportunity, we encourage you to take the next step! Apply today by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

Holt Executive are supporting a global provider of innovative connectivity solutions that connect people and assets around the globe, including in remote and challenging environments.

Our partner is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to play a vital role in supporting the successful operation of their safety services portfolio, both current and future. The Senior Systems Engineer will ensure that safety services are operating correctly at all times, responding to incidents, taking corrective action, and proactively managing both the short-term and long-term operation of these services.

Responsibilities for the Senior Systems Engineer:

• Operate and maintain various safety platforms, ensuring smooth daily functioning.
• Support the entire lifecycle of safety service systems, from implementation to ongoing maintenance and improvement.
• Proactively address issues and ensure resolution with suppliers or partners as needed.
• Provide troubleshooting for faults and failures in safety services.
• Implement changes and enhancements to safety systems while maintaining optimal service availability.
• Collaborate with equipment manufacturers, software suppliers, and stakeholders to propose and evaluate improvements to safety services.

Skills and Experience for the Senior Systems Engineer:

Essential –

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a suitable technical discipline such as Electronics, Telecommunication, Computer science, etc.
• Experience in telecommunications technologies with an understanding of IP-based mobile networking.
• Significant hands-on experience with managing, maintaining, and upgrading operational systems.

Desirable –

• Understanding of satellite or mobile communications systems.
• Knowledge of networking technology and protocols (including routers, switches, firewalls, TCP/IP, UDP, BGP, HTTP(S), SSL/TLS, SSH, SNMP etc.)
• Knowledge of IT security practices and technologies (including IPSec and PKI).
• Knowledge of various operating systems usage and administration (Windows and Linux).
• Programming/scripting experience (e.g., C, C++, C#, perl, python, java, HTML, etc.)

Benefits:

• Discretionary Annual Bonus.
• 27 days Annual Leave (+ Bank Holidays).
• Private Healthcare, Life Assurance & Income Protection.
• Pension and Savings Plan (Up to 10% employer contribution).
• Season Ticket Loan and/or Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Workplace Savings Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, etc.

If your skills and experience match this Senior Systems Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading design and manufacturing business who are seeking a Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager.

The Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager will work closely with the wider Sales team to identify and develop strategic opportunities, leveraging your expertise to secure new partnerships.

Key Responsibilities for the Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager:

• Achieve assigned sales targets for the CLS sector, aligning with the overall company budget.
• Identify new CLS opportunities from existing and new customers, ensuring they align with company strategy, capabilities, and win probability.
• Lead the creation of compelling CLS value propositions alongside ILS and CLS colleagues.
• Manage and contribute to a healthy pipeline of potential CLS clients and projects.
• Take ownership of specific CLS proposals, ensuring the “customer voice” is heard.
• Establish strong connections with key customers and end users across the UK, Europe, and internationally.
• Contribute to the development of the company strategy and investment plans for the CLS sector.
• Play a role in developing a wider company strategy for aftermarket services.
• Provide input for CLS sector contributions to company sales forecasts and budgets.
• Present summaries of new CLS opportunities to senior leadership for approval.
• Capture and share relevant best practices in CLS within the defence industry.
• Lead or participate in non-CLS campaigns and bids when required.
• Ensure compliance with Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policies with all partners and representatives.

 Key Skills & Experience Required by the Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager:

Essential

• Experience in a UK MoD role or in the UK defence industry.
• Interest and aptitude for solving customer support and maintenance challenges.
• Knowledge of the UK, European and international defence markets.
• Strategic thinker, who recognizes business opportunities and their potential impact on the overall business.
• Ability to work well under pressure and on several simultaneous opportunities and campaigns.
• Strong customer relationship-building skills and understanding and appreciation of their challenges.
• Ability to always maintain and operate with high ethical standards.

Desirable 

• Prior experience in a sales or business development role.
• Direct experience of CLS, ILS or wider customer support services.
• Broad understanding of emerging technologies (software, hardware, network) and their potential relevance to products & services.

Company Benefits:

• 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• 28 days annual leave & Christmas closure.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
• Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
• Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
• Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across sites to support and promote well-being.
• Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
• Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading design and manufacturing business who are seeking a Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager.

The Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager will work closely with the wider Sales team to identify and develop strategic opportunities, leveraging your expertise to secure new partnerships.

Key Responsibilities for the Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager:

• Achieve assigned sales targets for the CLS sector, aligning with the overall company budget.
• Identify new CLS opportunities from existing and new customers, ensuring they align with company strategy, capabilities, and win probability.
• Lead the creation of compelling CLS value propositions alongside ILS and CLS colleagues.
• Manage and contribute to a healthy pipeline of potential CLS clients and projects.
• Take ownership of specific CLS proposals, ensuring the “customer voice” is heard.
• Establish strong connections with key customers and end users across the UK, Europe, and internationally.
• Contribute to the development of the company strategy and investment plans for the CLS sector.
• Play a role in developing a wider company strategy for aftermarket services.
• Provide input for CLS sector contributions to company sales forecasts and budgets.
• Present summaries of new CLS opportunities to senior leadership for approval.
• Capture and share relevant best practices in CLS within the defence industry.
• Lead or participate in non-CLS campaigns and bids when required.
• Ensure compliance with Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policies with all partners and representatives.

 Key Skills & Experience Required by the Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager:

Essential

• Experience in a UK MoD role or in the UK defence industry.
• Interest and aptitude for solving customer support and maintenance challenges.
• Knowledge of the UK, European and international defence markets.
• Strategic thinker, who recognizes business opportunities and their potential impact on the overall business.
• Ability to work well under pressure and on several simultaneous opportunities and campaigns.
• Strong customer relationship-building skills and understanding and appreciation of their challenges.
• Ability to always maintain and operate with high ethical standards.

Desirable 

• Prior experience in a sales or business development role.
• Direct experience of CLS, ILS or wider customer support services.
• Broad understanding of emerging technologies (software, hardware, network) and their potential relevance to products & services.

Company Benefits:

• 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• 28 days annual leave & Christmas closure.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
• Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
• Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
• Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across sites to support and promote well-being.
• Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
• Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Customer Logistics Support (CLS) Sales Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com