Freelance remote job Presales & Solution Architect

Our client is looking for a Presales & Solution Architect to work on a fully remote basis. This would be an initial 3 month contract working Outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities
Presales & Solution Architecture
* Collaborate with sales and business development teams to shape client proposals and Statements of Work.
* Lead discovery sessions to understand client requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
* Design and present tailored Microsoft 365 solutions, including architecture diagrams, demos, and proof-of-concepts.
* Estimate effort and create bill-of-materials and scope documentation for service engagements.
Design & Implementation
* Architect and implement Microsoft 365 environments including Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and Microsoft Entra ID.
* Design governance, compliance, and security frameworks using Microsoft Purview, Intune, and Defender.
* Lead workshops and training sessions for IT teams and end-users.
* Develop migration and rollout strategies from legacy systems to Microsoft 365.
Consulting & Delivery
* Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on best practices, licensing, and integration.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
* Produce high-quality documentation including design specs, test plans, and operational guides.
* Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal capability development.

* Experience:
o 5+ years in Microsoft 365 consulting, including presales and delivery.
o Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 solutions.
o Familiarity with hybrid environments and cloud migration strategies.
* Technical Skills:
o Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365 services: Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Entra ID, Intune.
o Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, Data Lifecycle Management, and Collaboration Governance.
o Experience with PowerShell scripting and Microsoft admin portals.
o Exposure to Microsoft Defender suite (Identity, Endpoint, Cloud Apps, Office 365).
* Certifications (preferred):
o Microsoft SC-300 (Identity and Access Administrator)
o Microsoft SC-400 (Information Protection Administrator)
o Microsoft MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator)
* Soft Skills:
o Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
o Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
o Strong organisational and time management capabilities.


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