Salary: £60,000 - 60,000 per year Requirements: Prior experience working within a Financial Institution or a similarly highly regulated industry (e.g., Healthcare or Legal). Previous hands-on experience configuring and managing Microsoft Purview. Proven track record of configuring sensitivity labels, DLP policies, and retention policies. Ability to provide clear technical support and training to non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with financial services regulations and compliance frameworks such as PCI DSS, GDPR, SOX, or specific FCA/PRA guidelines is a significant advantage. Ideally hold a Certification in SC-400 (Information Protection Administrator) certification or similar. A foundational understanding of Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams) and how data flows between these services. Knowledge of how Purview policies interact with M365 apps (e.g., how a label affects a file in a Teams chat). Interest or foundational knowledge in Purview Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for AI and securing Microsoft Copilot. Responsibilities: Build and configure a scoped Proof of Concept environment to test Sensitivity Labels and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies. Perform the day-to-day technical setup of Microsoft Purview components, including labelling, encryption, and retention policies. Transition validated PoC configurations into production, ensuring minimal disruption to business users. Maintain detailed Technical Configuration Documentation that captures all settings and policies in the environment. Create clear How to guides for the Compliance Team to manage alerts and audits effectively. Document standard operating procedures for handling data leaks or classification errors. Act as the dedicated SME for Microsoft Purview, assisting stakeholders in transitioning from manual auditing to using Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager. Deliver 1:1 or group training sessions via Microsoft Teams to demonstrate internal teams how to use tools like Content Explorer and Activity Explorer. Provide briefings on the Purview roadmap, ensuring internal teams are strategic about how Purview impacts the environment. Technologies: AI Copilot Support Microsoft 365 Security SharePoint Office 365 More: We are looking for a highly skilled Microsoft Purview Specialist to focus on the hands-on delivery and technical configuration of our data protection suite. This role is based in a hybrid model, with our office located in West Bromwich. We pride ourselves on our development opportunities, offer competitive benefits including a salary range of £53,000 - £60,000 per annum, and ensure that our working environment is inclusive for all. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we aim to provide a place where everyone can thrive and contribute to a more secure future. last updated 16 week of 2026