Position Description:
At CGI, we help clients shape the future of work through secure, scalable and intelligent Microsoft solutions that drive digital transformation and unlock business value. As an M Solution Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining strategy, designing innovative solutions and guiding clients through the full lifecycle of transformation. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where ideas are shared freely, ownership is encouraged, and every project offers the chance to push boundaries and deliver meaningful impact for clients across industries.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee.
We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position and you will be expected to travel to CGI offices or client sites 2-3 days per week on average.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
In this role, you will engage with clients across a range of industries to shape their Microsoft strategy, design innovative solutions, and deliver impactful business outcomes. You’ll combine technical expertise with advisory capability—balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. Working collaboratively within CGI’s expert teams, you’ll influence digital transformation programmes that modernise collaboration, enhance productivity, and drive measurable value.
Your work will span high-level architecture and solution shaping through to hands-on implementation, giving you the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to sustainable, client-focused outcomes. You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, develop best practice approaches, and mentor others to build capability across CGI’s Microsoft ecosystem.
Shape & Advise: Define M strategies and roadmaps aligned to client outcomes and business goals.
Design & Architect: Create high-level and detailed solution designs for M, Copilot and Power Platform implementations.
Innovate & Deliver: Lead proofs of concept and pilot projects to explore emerging technologies such as M Copilot.
Collaborate & Mentor: Build trusted client relationships, support colleagues, and share expertise across CGI’s digital workplace community.
Optimise & Evolve: Identify opportunities for continual improvement, efficiency, and automation within client environments.
Own & Lead: Balance technical excellence with strategic insight, ensuring architecture decisions drive long-term value.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring both deep Microsoft expertise and the ability to engage confidently with clients at all levels. You’ll be experienced in designing and implementing enterprise-scale solutions that leverage the full Microsoft ecosystem, with a proven ability to align technology to business outcomes.
You should have:
Strong knowledge across the Microsoft portfolio, including SharePoint, Teams, Exchange and Entra ID.
SME-level expertise in M Copilot and Power Platform.
Experience architecting and documenting solutions (including HLDs and architectural artefacts).
Hands-on experience delivering pilots and proof of concepts for M Copilot.
Experience establishing and supporting sustainable Power Platform governance models (e.g. Centres of Excellence).
Familiarity with architecture methodologies (Agile, SAFe, TOGAF, RCDA etc.).
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
A proactive, adaptable approach and the ability to work independently or collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
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Skills:
1. Artificial Intelligence
2. Process Management
3. Solutions Architecture