Systems Administrator

Location: Hybrid/Kings Hill, Kent Salary/package: £34,500 to £39,500 per annum Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Join Cantium Business Solutions as a Systems Administrator and play a pivotal role in shaping secure, modern and high performing technical services across cloud and on‑premise environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work with leading technologies while delivering solutions that directly support a fast, connected and customer‑led organisation. Due to the nature of work being carried out, a Basis DBS check (provided by the Company) will be carried out, please consider this before submitting your application. Who we are Cantium Business Solutions is a specialist provider of IT and back-office services, helping organisations across the public and private sectors improve efficiency and focus on what they do best. As part of Commercial Services Group (CSG), the UK’s largest local authority trading company, we operate with a strong public sector ethos while driving innovation and growth across our service lines. Why this role matters The Systems Administrator plays a key role in delivering and maintaining secure, reliable and high quality technical solutions across Cantium’s hybrid cloud and on‑premise environments. The role ensures systems are implemented, supported and improved in line with architecture standards and business needs. What you’ll be doing Deliver and maintain technical solutions across hybrid cloud and on‑premise environments. Administer IT infrastructure and services to ensure security, availability and data integrity. Implement cloud and on‑prem solutions in line with architecture principles and best practice. Act as the technical resource for cloud technology projects and respond to technical queries. Analyse new software releases and recommend upgrade and implementation plans. Investigate, diagnose and resolve technical and service‑related issues. Collaborate with third‑party suppliers to obtain, install and test corrective fixes. Produce standards, procedures and documentation for technical solutions and disaster recovery. Implement system changes, maintenance routines, and project deliverables. Create and maintain LLDs, change requests, and support documentation. Be prepared to contribute to the out‑of‑hours support rota with scheduled periods agreed in advance. What we’re looking for Experience as a Systems Administrator delivering technical solutions across Microsoft Intune in particular. Strong knowledge of enterprise systems, hosting, cloud platforms, and security operations. Proven ability to work on medium‑scale projects and apply ITIL best practice. Excellent problem solving, analytical, prioritisation and time management skills. Clear and confident communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences. Ability to analyse, design and specify technical solutions including contributing to low‑level designs. Skilled in producing procedural, technical and support documentation. Ability to learn new technologies quickly and make evidence‑based decisions based on impact and risk. What you’ll get in return Salary of £34,500 to £39,500 per annum. 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and concessionary day around Christmas. Life assurance cover (4x salary). Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution. Additional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work scheme. Volunteer days and access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme. Tailored learning and development support with real opportunities to progress. Why CSG? Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across the UK, France, Dubai and Bangkok, we are working towards becoming the global leader in education and public sector solutions. We are expanding rapidly, with annual growth of around 25 percent, supported by a blend of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies. CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over £77 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance with meaningful social impact. Inclusion & Accessibility We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.