What you’ll be doing:

• To provide pre-sales support to National Sales functions, colleagues and customers (mostly remotely and on-site when required, both in conjunction with and independently from Account Managers) 
• To lead and contribute on the creation of complex and/or bespoke technical & commercial proposals 
• To assist the Presales Lead in identifying, researching and introducing new products, services, suppliers and partners to expand and improve the overall Entrust service offering 
• To work in conjunction with subject matter experts within the business to establish a clear & defined roadmap for all active portfolio products to ensure their continued relevance and suitability  

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience within a similar role (Educational sector experience desirable) 

Wide range of IT knowledge and experience to include (but not be limited to): 

• Microsoft and open source server operating systems 
• -SAN & HCI storage technologies  
• Cloud configuration and management (Microsoft Endpoint & Google desirable) 
• Cloud productivity technologies (Office 365 & Google Workspace desirable) 
• End user devices & OS’ (Windows, Android, iOS, Chrome OS, Mac OS) 
• Server virtualisation (VMware & Hyper-V) 
• Fundamental understanding or wired and wireless LAN technologies (HP Aruba desirable) 
• Windows network management and administration 
   

About Entrust

Entrust is a joint venture company between Capita and Staffordshire County Council and has supported educational establishments across England to improve outcomes since 2013. ‘Excellence in education’ is the heart of our business. Our passion is inspiring futures and improving outcomes for children, young people and adults. We work in partnership with schools, academy trusts and Local Authorities to provide specialist expertise, ensuring every child and young person;

• receives a good education;
• is in a safe and healthy environment;
• and is given expert guidance to realise their full potential.

We also work with clients across a range of other sectors including central
government, health, and the private sector. Our achievements are underpinned by our vision ‘to inspire futures’ by being Open, Ingenious, Collaborative and Effective. By building on our reputation for excellence and delivering what we promise, we want to help make every school in England a good school, ensuring every child and young person gets the education they deserve.

What’s in it for you?

• 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
• Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform

You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you’ll do next:

Looking to discover more? Let your line manager know, then choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application and send us your CV.

To view our Covid-19 and process adjustments information, please visit the Capita Careers site.

Equal Opportunities

We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.