At Cinos, we design and deliver innovative Audio Visual (AV) and Unified Communications (UC) solutions that enable organisations to work smarter. As our portfolio continues to grow across corporate, public-sector and construction-led environments, we’re looking for an experienced Technical Solutions Architect (Audio Visual) to join our Sales team.

This is a client-facing, consultative role working closely with Account Managers, fellow Solutions Architects, and delivery teams to create technically robust, commercially viable AV/UC solutions. Reporting to the Sales Manager, you will act as a trusted technical advisor from early discovery through design and into delivery.

Success in this role is defined by high-quality technical design, strong stakeholder relationships, and solutions that meet both client objectives and commercial requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead client discovery and technical consultation sessions to understand user needs, environments, and business objectives
• Translate requirements into scalable, well-defined AV/UC solutions with clear use cases and user experience goals
• Produce high-quality technical designs including schematics, layouts, elevations, and performance specifications
• Work through RIBA Plan of Work stages 2–6, supporting construction-aligned projects from concept to commissioning
• Collaborate closely with Account Managers to ensure technical solutions align with sales strategy and client expectations
• Support project handover to delivery teams and provide technical input during implementation and commissioning
• Participate in internal design reviews to ensure quality, compliance, and deliverability
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, architects, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Represent Cinos professionally at client meetings, workshops, and industry events
• Ensure accurate documentation and data entry within CRM and sales systems
• Adhere to all environmental, health, and safety policies

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in AV/UC solution design, pre-sales consultancy, or system architecture
• Strong background in consultative technical engagement with enterprise or public-sector clients
• Experience working on construction or design-led projects aligned to the RIBA Plan of Work
• Knowledge of AV standards and best practice (e.g. AVIXA, BS/EN/ISO)
• Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit (BIM), Visio, or similar
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
• Self-starter with strong organisation, time-management, and attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally (with occasional international travel)
• Ability to achieve SC vetting

Industry certifications (e.g. CTS-D, CTS-I, Microsoft Teams Rooms) are desirable but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (dependent on experience)
• OTE: Available following successful completion of probation (Sales Bonus Scheme)
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (TBD)
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Workplace pension scheme
• Vivup employee benefits package
• Flexible working (home / office based)