Private Cloud Consultant

The successful candidate with form a pivotal part of standing up our new private cloud professional services consultancy. As a Senior Private Cloud Consultant you will be responsible for providing strategic guidance and technical expertise in the deployment, implementation and management of VMware private cloud solutions. Your primary focus will be on overseeing projects, coordinating resources, ensuring successful implementation and delivery of private cloud solutions to clients, alongside liaising with our core infrastructure teams to develop and implement infrastructure and product best practices Project Management:

• Oversee multiple Private cloud projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Develop project plans, define deliverables, and allocate resources effectively to achieve project goals.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and proactively address any issues or bottlenecks that may arise.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations and providing regular project updates.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide expert guidance and architectural recommendations to clients regarding VMware private cloud services and solutions.
• Lead the design, implementation, and deployment of VMware-based private cloud infrastructure, applications, and services.
• Deep understanding of enterprise grade HPE & Dell storage technologies, UCS Blade systems and metro-storage deployments
• Stay up to date with the latest private cloud technologies and trends, and evaluate their suitability for client projects.
• Conduct technical assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and optimization in private cloud environments.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices, compliance standards, and security guidelines in implementation.

Client Relationship Management:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements and translate them into customer solutions.
• Conduct workshops, presentations, and training sessions to educate clients on cloud capabilities and best practices.
• Build strong relationships with clients, ensuring customer satisfaction, and identifying opportunities for upselling or cross-selling.

Collaboration with Senior Management:

• Collaborate with the Director of Core infrastructure to align team utilization with project demands, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Provide regular updates on project status, team performance, and upcoming resource requirements.
• Contribute to the development of cloud strategies, service offerings, and best practices in collaboration with senior engineers.

• Extensive experience in VMware based private cloud deployments, including proficiency in infrastructure, storage, and network deployment.
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects.
• Previous experience in leading and managing a team of consultants or technical professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with clients and stakeholders.
• VCP DV / NV 7 or above preferred.
• Knowledge of cloud migration strategies, DevOps practices, and automation tools is a plus.

At ANS, we've created a place where everyone can be themselves, and we empower our people to get the job done. Openness, ambition, honesty, and passion are what drive us every day. We are bold, courageous, and innovative - and we do it like no other. We invest in our people. In training, development, health and more - we give you the benefits and flexibility to maintain a happy work-life balance. We're proud of the inclusive, fun, dynamic environment we've created. It's a safe space that works for all. You don't have to be a techie to work in tech. Bring your authentic self and find your dream role here. Find out more at . What's in it for you? With fantastic benefits, an inclusive culture, and a cool office space, we're your kind of workplace. Company benefits

• As standard: 25 days' holiday, plus you can buy up to 5 more days
• A little extra: we'll give you your birthday off, and an extra celebration day for whatever you want! Tying the knot? You get 5 days' additional holiday in the year you get married. Oh, and 5 volunteer days!
• Private health insurance
• Pension contribution match and 4 x life assurance
• Flexible working and work from anywhere for up to 30 days per year (some exceptions)
• Maternity: 16 weeks' full pay, Paternity: 3 weeks' full pay, Adoption: 16 weeks' full pay
• Company social events - get ready for a jam-packed calendar
• Electric car scheme
• 12 days of personal growth development time