Salary: GBP45000 - GBP50000 per annum
Principal IT are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Managed Service Provider in the recruitment of a Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant.
This is a senior, client-facing consultancy position suited to an experienced Microsoft cloud and infrastructure specialist who thrives in complex project environments. The role will see you leading multi-site enterprise deployments, acting as a trusted technical advisor to senior stakeholders, and shaping long-term cloud strategy for key customers.
Our client delivers high-quality Microsoft-led infrastructure solutions and is seeking someone who can operate at architectural level while maintaining hands‑on technical capability.
The Role
As a Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant, you will:
* Lead the technical delivery of complex, multi-phase Microsoft infrastructure and Azure cloud projects.
* Act as the primary technical advisor for enterprise clients.
* Design, architect, and implement secure, scalable solutions aligned to business objectives.
* Provide escalation support for high‑level technical challenges.
* Work closely with Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
* Engage with C‑suite stakeholders and translate technical solutions into business outcomes.
* Mentor junior consultants and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of projects and influencing strategic decisions across client environments.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Delivery & Architecture
* Design and deploy Microsoft-based solutions across Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, networking, and security.
* Conduct infrastructure assessments and site surveys.
* Own solution architecture and provide alternative design approaches where required.
* Ensure security, scalability, and best practice compliance.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Engage with senior client stakeholders including C‑suite.
* Provide strategic guidance and technical recommendations.
* Communicate risks, project milestones, and business impact clearly.
Project Governance
* Collaborate with IT Project Managers on resource planning and delivery.
* Produce and maintain project documentation including:
* Work plans
* Downtime planning
* Push back where deliverables are not technically viable.
* Identify automation and tooling opportunities.
* Improve delivery efficiency within Professional Services.
* Support knowledge sharing and mentoring initiatives.
Measurable Outcomes
* Delivery within agreed budgets
* High client satisfaction scores
* Seamless, high-quality implementations
* Contribution to process improvement and revenue initiatives
Required Experience
* 5+ years’ experience in an MSP or IT consultancy environment
* Proven experience delivering complex Microsoft cloud and infrastructure projects
* Strong background in solution architecture and enterprise environments
* Experience working directly with senior stakeholders
* Commercial awareness and client-facing consultancy skills
Technical Skills & Certifications
Strong expertise across:
* Microsoft 365
* Windows Server
* Networking & Security best practices
* MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator)
* SC-100 (Cybersecurity Architect)
* SC-300 (Identity & Access Administrator)
* AZ-305 (Azure Infrastructure Solutions Architect)
* Right to work in the UK
* Full UK Driving License
* Ability to travel to client sites when required
Who This Role Would Suit
* Senior Infrastructure Engineer stepping into a strategic consultancy role
* Azure Architect within an MSP seeking greater ownership
* Technical Lead who enjoys stakeholder engagement and architectural design
About the Client
Our client is a respected and growing MSP with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Microsoft-led solutions. They pride themselves on technical excellence, professional standards, and long-term client partnerships.
They offer a collaborative environment, clear progression opportunities, and exposure to complex enterprise-level projects.
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