Azure Architect - Telecommunications

1650783
  • £77,000 Base Salary + Benefits
  • Manchester, UK
  • Permanent
  • 75000
  • Enterprise
  • Enterprise Networking


Do you want to join a leading telecommunications provider delivering high-quality fixed-line, mobile, broadband, and secure data services to both residential and business customers? Known for continued investment in network infrastructure and innovation, this organisation plays a key role in enabling reliable, future-ready connectivity.

We are seeking an experienced Azure Architect to provide advanced technical support across multiple sites, with a strong focus on Microsoft Server administration, Office 365, Azure, and virtualisation technologies. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with a proactive, customer-focused mindset. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving our IT infrastructure, supporting users at all levels, and ensuring system reliability across the business.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience with Hyper-V, Azure, and Azure Stack HCI, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel between sites as needed.

Interested in hearing more? Get in touch today! 


Key Responsibilities

  • Technical Support
      • Deliver comprehensive IT support across multiple locations, assisting users from graduate to Director level.
      • Build, migrate, and maintain Microsoft Server environments.
      • Manage and support desktop and virtualised infrastructure solutions.
  • Technology Proficiency
      • Administer and support Azure infrastructure, Active Directory, Intune, and Office 365.
      • Configure and maintain SQL databases and managed instances.
      • Implement and manage Azure services, including Azure Defender, Azure Policy, and Azure Networking.
  • Virtualization
      • Manage and optimise Hyper-V and Azure Stack HCI environments.
      • Experience with VMware is advantageous.
  • Collaboration and Communication
      • Work effectively with technical and non-technical teams across various sites.
      • Communicate complex technical issues clearly and professionally.
  • Continuous Improvement
      • Demonstrate a strong passion for IT support and professional growth.
      • Contribute to the enhancement of infrastructure, tools, and user support processes.

Skills and Experience

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT support or systems administration roles.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Server administration, Office 365, Azure, and Hyper-V.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure Stack HCI, SQL, and related Azure tools.
  • Familiarity with SaaS applications, AKS Kubernetes, and data warehousing is desirable.
  • Exposure to Dell backup and replication, Dell storage, and VDI technologies preferred.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.

Salary & Package:

  • £77,000 Base Salary
  • Health
  • Pension
  • Bonus
  • Willingness to travel to other company offices as required.
Charlie Deane Global Head of Service Delivery

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