Practice Lead / Technical Director (Modern Workplace - Business IT)
IP-People Farnborough, England, United Kingdom
Practice Lead / Technical Director (Modern Workplace - Business IT)
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Practice Lead / Technical Director (Modern Workplace & Business IT) - Player-Manager Location: Camberley (Hybrid, 3 days onsite)
We’re seeking a player-manager Technical Director to lead the technical direction and delivery for a high-performing Managed Services branch (£5m+ annual turnover). This is a hybrid role where you’ll be hands-on, lead projects, and manage a small technical team.
Role Breakdown:
* 50% Hands-on consultancy and technical delivery across Microsoft Modern Workplace technologies (M365, Azure AD/Entra ID, Endpoint Management, Security & Compliance, Windows 365).
* 40% Project leadership, overseeing solution architecture, delivery lifecycle, and client engagements.
* 10% People management, mentoring and managing a team of three technical consultants to ensure quality, growth, and retention.
Key Responsibilities:
* Set and deliver the branch’s technical strategy in alignment with wider business goals.
* Lead technical pre-sales, solution design, and client presentations.
* Manage escalations and ensure smooth transitions to business-as-usual.
* Collaborate closely with sales and account teams to identify new service opportunities.
* Maintain documentation, governance, and quality standards.
* Stay current with Microsoft product roadmaps and certifications to drive innovation.
What You’ll Bring:
* 5+ years in a senior technical role within an MSP or consultancy, ideally with player-manager experience.
* Deep hands-on expertise in Microsoft Modern Workplace technologies.
* Proven ability to lead projects and manage a small technical team.
* Commercially aware with strong pre-sales skills.
* Excellent communication and client-facing experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Relevant Microsoft certifications (MS-700, MS-102, AZ-104, SC-300, or equivalent).
* Knowledge of Microsoft Partner ecosystem and service delivery frameworks.
* Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, or PRINCE2 methodologies.
If you’re ready to combine hands-on technical work with leadership and strategic influence, this hybrid role is for you!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Engineering
* Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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