Job type
- Permanent
Job description
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Technical Leadership & Strategy
- Act as the technical lead for infrastructure and Microsoft services.
- Define and deliver the infrastructure and modern workplace strategy.
- Provide mentorship and escalation support to technical teams.
- Ensure systems are secure, resilient, scalable, and future-ready.
Microsoft Administration & Governance
- Own and manage the Microsoft tenant (Global Administrator level).
- Administer core services, including:Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) – identity and access management.Microsoft Defender Suite – Endpoint, Identity, Office , Cloud Apps.Microsoft Purview – data governance, DLP, retention, and eDiscovery.
- Implement and maintain security, compliance, and governance controls.
- Manage Conditional Access, MFA, and privileged access strategies.
Power Platform & Automation
- Lead development and governance of Power Automate workflows and Power Apps solutions.
- Drive adoption of low-code automation across the business.
- Implement standards, controls, and scalable automation frameworks.
SharePoint & Modern Workplace
- Lead migration from SharePoint on-premise to SharePoint Online.
- Define migration strategies, including content rationalisation and Metadata and taxonomy design.
- Promote modern collaboration tools, including Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint Online.
Data Governance & Compliance
- Establish and maintain data governance frameworks.
- Implement Metadata tagging and classification and data lifecycle and retention policies.
- Ensure compliance with GDPR / Data Protection requirements.
- Support data audits, DPIAs, and data sharing agreements.
Infrastructure Ownership & Management
- Network Infrastructure: LAN/WAN, switching, firewalls, and connectivity.
- Server & Cloud Platforms: Hybrid environments (on-premise and Azure), and Virtualisation (Hyper-V).
- End User & Device Management: Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager, and Autopilot and device lifecycle management.
- Telephony & Communications: VoIP and unified communications platforms.
- Physical Security Systems: CCTV and access control systems.
Cyber Security & Architecture
- Design and enhance enterprise security architecture.
- Contribute to Zero Trust strategy and implementation.
- Lead improvements across Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender ecosystem, and Identity and access controls.
- Support security reviews, audits, and risk mitigation.
Support & Operations
- Provide 3rd line support and escalation.
- Oversee system upgrades, patching, and maintenance.
- Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation.
- Ensure successful transition of projects into operational support.
Project Delivery & Service Improvement
- Lead full lifecycle delivery: Discovery → Design → Build → Test → Deploy.
- Ensure quality, risk management, and timely delivery.
- Drive standardisation, automation PowerShell), and continuous service improvement.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Act as a visible technical leader across IT and the business.
- Mentor and develop team members.
- Work closely with stakeholders to align IT with business needs.
- Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Essential Requirements:
- Degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in a senior/lead infrastructure or M role.
- Strong expertise in Microsoft (including Defender & Purview) and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
- Hands-on experience with Power Platform (Power Apps & Power Automate) and SharePoint migrations (on-prem → online).
- Strong knowledge of Hybrid infrastructure (Azure + on-prem), networking and firewalls, Virtualisation (Hyper-V), and Endpoint management (Intune).
- Experience implementing data governance and compliance frameworks.
- Where it may be required for a visa application – Advanced English, English Level B2 or equivalent. Please note that individual circumstances differ and this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Desirable Requirements:
- PowerShell scripting and automation.
- Experience with Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Microsoft Sentinel.
- Knowledge of standards such as ISO and GDPR / Data Protection frameworks.
- Relevant Microsoft certifications MS-, SC-, SC-, PL-).
Personal Attributes:
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Proactive, security-first mentality.
- Passion for continuous improvement and emerging technologies.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Working Hours: : – : Monday – Thursday, : – : Friday.
- Flexi-time system.
- Company pension contributions of up to %.
- Early finish on a Friday.
- Free parking on site.
- Annual leave entitlement of days (+ bank holidays), increasing up to (+ bank holidays) with service.
- Death in service benefit of 4x annual salary.
- Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, bereavement, adoption, surrogacy, and sickness.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Long Service Awards.
- On-site canteen.
- Exclusive 'Staff Sales' site for Panasonic products.
- Training and development opportunities.
- 'Refer a Friend' recruitment scheme.