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Job Title: Microsoft Administrator Location: Coventry/Birmingham, UK (Hybrid) Duration: 6-month contract role under Inside IR35 Work Module: 3 days onsite/week Job description: Key Responsibilities: • Microsoft Power Platform Administration: o Deploy, configure, and manage policies for Microsoft Power Platform applications (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate). o Provide ongoing support and maintenance, ensuring the security, reliability, and performance of Power Platform environments. o Monitor usage and compliance, ensuring governance standards are met across all Power Platform solutions. o Assist business users with best practices for app development, data modeling, and workflow automation in Power Apps and Power Automate. o Troubleshoot and resolve issues within Power Platform services, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. • Microsoft 365 Administration: o Manage and maintain Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, etc.). o Apply patches and updates for Microsoft 365, ensuring systems remain secure and up-to-date. o Configure and enforce security and compliance policies across the MS 365 suite (e.g., data loss prevention, retention policies). o Perform user and license management within the Microsoft 365 environment, ensuring smooth provisioning and deprovisioning of accounts and permissions. o Ensure MS 365 applications (Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.) are optimized for performance and security. • Maintenance and Patch Management: o Regularly apply security patches and updates to Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft 365 services, ensuring they remain secure and compliant with organizational policies. o Perform routine health checks and system optimizations for both environments to ensure the continuous and efficient operation of services. o Collaborate with internal teams to schedule downtime and communicate patching efforts to minimize user disruption. • Policy Configuration & Governance: o Define, deploy, and maintain governance policies and frameworks within Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft 365. o Ensure compliance with security best practices, industry regulations, and internal policies in all configuration and governance activities. o Implement role-based access controls (RBAC) and manage user permissions to enforce secure, scalable solutions. • Collaboration & Support: o Provide support to end-users by troubleshooting issues and providing technical assistance with Power Platform and Microsoft 365 services. o Work closely with IT, development, and business teams to ensure alignment of Power Platform solutions with organizational goals and objectives. o Stay up-to-date with new features and enhancements within the Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft 365 ecosystem to help drive continuous improvement Required Skills and Experience: • Proven experience as a Microsoft Administrator, with hands-on expertise in managing Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) and Microsoft 365 services. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration tools and best practices, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and security features. • Experience in deploying, configuring, and managing policies within Microsoft Power Platform and MS 365. • Understanding of patch management processes, security updates, and maintenance of Microsoft environments. • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex issues across multiple platforms. • Familiarity with governance, compliance, and security best practices within Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft 365. • Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell) to streamline administrative tasks. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide clear and effective support and guidance to endusers and business stakeholders.

Coventry, UK

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