Microsoft Platform Architect M365 (Graduates welcome)

Job Description

Microsoft Platform Architect (M365)SEO gradePermanent (Hybrid working)£39,439 - £47,039*Additional DDaT skills supplement paid up to £13,000UK basedDo you hold 2+ years’ experience within the Microsoft Platform space and looking to progress your career further Or alternatively, are you looking to move into this sector to kickstart your M365 Architect careerIf so, my client is looking for a dynamic and skilled M365 Architect to join an exciting opportunity to help shape my client’s future collaboration applications and services.About the client:My client believe that technology has the power to transform how we protect and enhance our environment, ensure sustainable food production, and create a greener, healthier future for all. As a leading government department responsible for tackling pressingenvironmental challenges, my client is at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge technology and digital solutions to drive meaningful change.You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of experts, including policymakers, scientists, engineers, and data analysts. Together, you will be dedicated to finding innovative ways to address complex environmental issues, such as climatechange, biodiversity loss, pollution, and sustainable agriculture.Role SummaryIn this role you will work with projects and programmes of all scales to deliver end-to-end infrastructure solution architectures and implement designs based on requirements, strategic drivers, best practice, and guidance. This will take the form of a mixtureof business as usual and project work focussed on the Microsoft 365 platform.You will be involved in supporting the clients M365 roadmap on a day-to-day basis, eventually overseeing the monitoring, planning, and implementation of updates, features, and enhancements within the M365 suite. As well as working on meaningful projects,you can expect some great benefits such as a Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% and flexible working options such as condensed hours, part-time and flexi time.Join our team of cloud architects as we embark on a transformative journey to trial and rollout innovative solutions like Copilot and M365 Groups to align with our evolving needs and current business requirements.Responsibilities

• Supporting and eventually managing the M365 roadmap. Overseeing the monitoring, planning, and implementation of updates, features, and enhancements within the M365 suite.
• Collaborate with a team of cloud architects to design and implement cutting-edge solutions for collaboration applications and services within the client.
• Support with the development and delivery of strategic roadmaps for M365, ensuring alignment with business goals and requirements.
• Play a pivotal role in the deployment of new technologies, with a focus on Microsoft M365, to enhance efficiency.
• Cover the end-to-end solution across a range of technical domains but may only be responsible for one part of that solution.

Experience required

• Worked in previous roles such as infrastructure engineer, senior engineer, security architect, help desk manager, power platform, technical architect, solution architect etc. Graduates welcome also.
• Experience of designing and building Microsoft 365 architectures in support of IT programmes and projects.
• Recent Office M365 experience (migrations and administrations etc)
• Basic understanding of security awareness (identity, access management and active directory etc)
• A practical understanding of architectural models of application and solution delivery.
• Hands-on experience and knowledge of the Microsoft 365 platform.
• An understanding of the technical implications of delivering across infrastructure and cloud (or hybrid) environments.
• Some project planning experience.
• Basic understanding of security awareness (identity, access management, active directory etc)

Benefits We can offer an array of benefits including (but not limited to):

• 25 days’ leave (rising to 30 days over 5 years) plus bank holidays
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% (worth a minimum of £14,685 per year)
• Access to a range of retail discounts (including supermarkets, tech, gyms, holidays, phones and much more)
• Cloud enterprise Microsoft academy training (offered by the client)
• Flexible working options such as condensed hours, part-time and flexi time
• 3 paid volunteering days per year
• Funding for professional membership of a recognised professional body
• Learning and development tailored to your role and budget for training or qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Application processAs part of the application process, you will be assessed on your Experience and will be asked to complete:

• A CV
• A 500-word statement of suitability, demonstrating how you meet the following Technical Skill:

"You can translate technical concepts relating to software engineering, delivery management and service management so they are understood by all. You can mediate between people and mend relationships, communicating with stakeholders at all levels".To apply, please submit a CV and Cover Letter, one of our talent partners will review your application and if suitable, will arrange to discuss the role in more detail. You will also be provided with guidance on how to complete your application / next steps.The client is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please note this post requires Security Check (SC) clearance. To gain (SC) clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident fora minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. This role offers a hybrid way of working where you must attend your local office 3 days a week.