Unilabs is transforming its technology operating model by centralising core services while maintaining local expertise. As Head of Network & Communications, you will define and lead the global network strategy, ensuring secure, scalable and resilient connectivity across all markets to support business operations and digital transformation.
This is a global leadership role responsible for the strategy, architecture, implementation and continuous improvement of Unilabs' network and communications infrastructure, while managing external partners and vendors.
Travel: European travel required.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy & Leadership- Define and execute the global network and communications strategy aligned with Unilabs' technology roadmap.
- Lead network modernisation initiatives, including cloud networking, SD-WAN and automation.
- Collaborate with global technology teams to deliver a modern, scalable network platform.
- Lead and mentor a global team while managing third-party providers.
- Design and manage secure, resilient and scalable network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, SD-WAN, 4G/5G).
- Drive Zero Trust security principles and collaborate closely with Cyber Security teams.
- Oversee global network architecture across data centres and cloud environments.
- Ensure high availability, performance and reliability of global network services.
- Define and monitor SLAs, KPIs and operational metrics.
- Lead major incident management and continuous service improvement initiatives.
- Manage relationships with telecommunications providers, MSPs and technology vendors.
- Negotiate contracts and ensure cost-effective, high-performing network services.
- Define global standards, policies and governance for network services.
- Ensure compliance, resilience, disaster recovery and business continuity across all locations.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years' experience in Network Architecture & Communications.
- At least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong experience with: Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP); SD-WAN; Network automation; Zero Trust networking; Network security and cybersecurity.
- Experience managing global vendors and outsourced services.
- Knowledge of AI-driven networking, predictive analytics and observability is advantageous.
- Relevant certifications (CCNP, CISSP or similar) are highly desirable.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills.
- Fluent in English.
- Comfortable working in an international, fast-paced environment.
Skills Required
- Minimum 10 years' experience in Network Architecture & Communications
- At least 5 years in a leadership role
- Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Experience with SD-WAN
- Experience with network automation
- Experience with Zero Trust networking
- Network security and cybersecurity experience
- Experience managing global vendors and outsourced services
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills
- Fluent in English
- Willingness to travel within Europe
- Knowledge of AI-driven networking, predictive analytics and observability
- Relevant certifications (CCNP, CISSP or similar)
- Comfortable working in an international, fast-paced environment
What We Do
We are one of Europe’s leading suppliers of clinical laboratory testing and medical diagnostic imaging services to private and public healthcare providers, local governments, insurance companies, pharmaceutical companies and the general public. We operate laboratory and medical diagnostic imaging facilities in 14 countries: Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, Norway, Peru, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE, and the United Kingdom. Our network of facilities provides us with one of the broadest geographic footprints of any clinical laboratory and medical diagnostic services provider in Europe
