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Up to £48,739 per annum

Full Time, Permanent

Closing date will be Midnight 4th January 2026

Interviews will be held on the 14th January 2026

New Year \ New Opportunity!

We’re on the lookout for a hands-on experienced M365/Modern Workplace Engineer to help us level up our tech in 2026 and beyond.

In this key position, you will work across M365, Intune, Cloud, Security and more — all in a small friendly Tech Team, where you can make a real difference to the organisation and people’s lives.

You will take a leading role in managing and advancing our Microsoft 365 and cloud environment, while also supporting core infrastructure, network, and information security operations. This hands-on, diverse role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical depth and day-to-day problem-solving. As a key member of a small, high-performing IT team, you will help drive Pioneer’s Technology and Data Strategy, working across the full technology stack—from modern workplace solutions and endpoint management to network configuration, security enhancement, and user support.

What you’ll bring:

Hands-on expertise in Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, and compliance/security features.
Experience in IT infrastructure or systems engineering roles.
Microsoft certifications (MS-102, SC-300, or MD-102) or willingness to pursue them.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues in a non-technical way.
A curious mindset, a willingness to learn and a drive to make technology work better for people.

Does this sound like your kind of challenge? Start 2026 by joining a team where your ideas matter.

Our Values

Accountability • Community • Together

You’ll live our values every day as you help deliver reliable, secure and effective digital services.

If you’re motivated to grow your skills and make an impact to the Pioneer Group’s tech future, we’d love you to apply.

In return we offer a fantastic benefits package which includes:
29 days basic annual leave (full time) + Bank Holidays
Optional Defined Benefit, Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
A commitment to safety and wellbeing including access to a Bupa Health Cash Plan which provides discounts on gym membership, sports equipment and days out, as well as reimbursement on NHS prescription charges, eye tests, dental care and physiotherapy.
A commitment to work life balance through our Agile/flexible working principles.
Family Friendly policy with enhanced benefits
Learning and Development opportunities
Internal coaching and mentoring opportunities
Staff social events

We also offer mentoring and coaching, wellbeing champion new starter Buddy as part of your probation and opportunities to shadow other departments.

The Pioneer Group is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of background and cultures. We value and respect individuality and engage a culture within our organisation where people can thrive and be themselves. We also make sure employees are values for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the organisation is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs

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