Lead M365 Engineer (Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID, Defender) - great mix of projects and BAU work!
Hybrid role - 2-3 days per week in the office.
A Lead M365 Engineer is required by a modern, cloud-first Professional Services firm operating entirely in a Microsoft 365 E5 environment. This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of the M365 platform, driving improvements across identity, endpoint management, and security.
You'll be joining a small, high-performing team as a Lead M365 Engineer where your input genuinely shapes decisions.
What you'll need:
* Strong Microsoft 365/M365 experience within a E5 environment
* Hands-on expertise with Entra ID, Intune (Autopilot, MDM/MAM), and Microsoft Defender
* Scripting/automation using PowerShell and/or Graph API
* ITIL process experience
* Endpoint management across Windows 11 (MacOS/Jamf beneficial) and experience supporting junior team members
As a Lead M365 Engineer you'll be fully supported with training and certifications, while gaining direct exposure to Microsoft Defender and working closely with Cyber Engineers. This is a great opportunity to work in a more security-focused role if you want to!
Day to day, you'll:
* Act as a Lead M365 Engineer, focusing on deployment, optimisation, and support of Microsoft cloud services including Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Intune
* Work with more juior team member to coach and mentor them.
* Handle a mix of M365 Projects, as well as some BAU support
What's on offer:
* £50,000 - £55,000 + 10% bonus
* Hybrid working (2-3 days Manchester)
* Cloud-only Microsoft environment - no Legacy tech
* Hands-on Microsoft Defender experience
* Strong training and certification support
* Clear progression into security or senior roles
* High-impact role in a small team
If you're an M365 Senior Engineer looking for more ownership, modern tech, and a clear progression path-get in touch now.