Overview
Join the forefront of innovation as an IT Network Engineer, where you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cutting-edge cloud-based solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Network Analyst to contribute to the development and optimisation of on-premise and Azure-based infrastructure.
Reporting to the IT Cloud & Platform Network Lead, you will be part of a 16-person Infrastructure Services team across the firm’s UK offices. Working within a collaborative and agile environment, you will partner with developers, product owners, data engineers, and key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement across platforms, processes, and services.
Key Responsibilities, Skills & Experience
Design, deploy, and maintain the firm’s network infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments
Plan and develop cloud architecture aligned to organisational strategy, ensuring adherence to best practices in security, scalability, and performance, with strong knowledge of frameworks such as CIS and ISO27001.
Manage and enhance cloud network security, including maintaining solution documentation, administering cybersecurity tools, and applying Zero Trust networking principles.
Oversee vulnerability management and remediation, ensuring systems are patched and maintained in line with firm policies, while proactively managing cybersecurity risks.
Configure, troubleshoot, and optimise network technologies, including dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), SD-WAN solutions, and network load balancing (e.g., F5 or equivalent).
Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting, including resolution of server edge connectivity issues, while maintaining accurate records within IT Service Management tools.
Implement proactive monitoring across systems and services, ensuring reliability, performance, and availability through appropriate tooling and processes.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to deliver infrastructure solutions, support ongoing improvements, and ensure all systems have appropriate backup, configuration management, and BCDR protections in place.
Contribute to automation and infrastructure-as-code approaches, with experience or exposure to tools such as Terraform, Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS), and Azure Functions.
Demonstrate strong technical and interpersonal skills, including the ability to code, communicate effectively, manage time efficiently, and work both independently and collaboratively under pressure.
Bring several years’ experience in a similar Infrastructure, Network, or with a solid understanding of ITIL processes (certification desirable).
Maintain flexibility to support business needs, including occasional weekend work and travel to other offices when required.
Who are we looking for?
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We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.
What do we offer?
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You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
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In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
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Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.
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Modern Office Space: Located in Belfast City Centre with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
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Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
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Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.
Inclusion is not exclusive:
If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.
We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine, at interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.
For accessibility information on our Belfast office, visit: Accessing Fieldfisher Belfast Hub ¦ Fieldfisher
What to do next:
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Click 'Apply Now', complete an online application and upload a CV.
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Successful applications will be invited to a 20–30-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
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Every role recruits differently. But we'll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.
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For hybrid opportunities, you'll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
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We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can't always promise that. We will work around everyone's availability. You can contact us at [email protected].
We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.
Fieldfisher is a European law firm with market-leading practices in many of the world's most dynamic sectors. We are an exciting, forward-thinking organisation with a particular focus on technology, financial services, energy & natural resources, and life sciences.
We are a law firm built around people with all their diversity and we strike a healthy balance between legal excellence and a down-to-earth practical approach to our clients' needs. We believe The Future is Human, so we choose a collaborative approach with an intense focus on the end-user and consider carefully how to shape our services to add the most value to our clients.
