Global Unified Communications Operations Lead

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Do you have experience in Splunk?, * Deep technical understanding of Zoom services including deployment, integration, troubleshooting, analytics, and governance

• Expertise in Cisco unified communications architecture, SIP trunking, and PSTN integration
• Experience with Audio Visual systems, IPTV, Digital Signage, and Video on Demand platforms
• Lead critical incident response, root cause analysis, and implement problem prevention strategies
• Use monitoring tools e.g. ThousandEyes, Splunk, Zoom Dashboard to analyse and optimise performance across a global WAN
• Implement automation scripts / workflows to reduce manual effort and drive operational efficiency (e.g., PowerShell, Python, ServiceNow automation
• Knowledge of cloud-based UC platforms, APIs, and integration patterns
• Understanding of UC security standards, encryption, data retention, and regulatory requirements in financial services

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you'll have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Global service ownership (Zoom, Cisco, AV, IPTV)
• Accountable for operational stability, performance, and strategic improvement of HSBC's global Unified Communications services
• Incident and problem management leadership
• Vendor and stakeholder management
• Team performance and capability development
• Operational resilience and compliance

If you're looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC, and fulfil your potential - whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or an exciting new direction, we offer opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. We're one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with a network that covers more than 50 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions. We're currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Global Unified Communications Operations Lead. You'll be at the heart of a global financial institution, where you'll lead the operational excellence of real-time collaboration technologies including Zoom, Cisco Telephony, Audio Visual, and Digital Signage. You'll manage a high-performing team, drive incident reduction, and ensure the stability, performance, and security of UC services across our global estate. You'll also collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage key vendor relationships, and represent UC in senior stakeholder discussions. This is a unique opportunity to drive technological transformation and innovation, balancing service improvement with operational resilience in a highly regulated environment.