Workplace Technology Lead

Workplace Technology Lead - Manchester

Are you a forward-thinking engineer with a passion for modern workplace tools and a strong sense of ownership? We’re looking for a Workplace Technology Lead who’s ready to take the reins of our Microsoft 365 platform, Windows Server infrastructure, and a growing fleet of Windows and macOS devices.

This isn’t just a support role. It’s your opportunity to reshape how we work as we scale. You’ll bring clarity, consistency, and innovation to our internal technology landscape — making it secure, efficient, and truly user-friendly. Whether it’s managing Intune policies, staying ahead of Microsoft’s latest updates, or championing smart use of AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, you’ll be the expert we turn to.

What You’ll Be Doing

Review & Improve How We Work

Take a strategic view of our Microsoft 365, Windows Server, and endpoint estates

Define and implement best practices, governance policies, and usage guidelines

Make sure our systems are secure, consistent, and adaptable to business growth

Own the Microsoft 365 Platform

Manage our M365 stack: Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Entra ID

Track Microsoft’s roadmap and ensure we benefit from upcoming features

Lead the safe, effective rollout of Microsoft Copilot and AI readiness

Maintain compliance and proper data access across the business

Look After Our End-user Devices

Take charge of our Windows and macOS device management using Intune

Ensure device configurations are secure, consistent, and user-friendly

Help deliver a seamless end-user experience for all staff

Communicate & Support Our People

Translate technical changes into simple, clear communication for all users

Deliver training, guides, and documentation that empower people to use tools effectively

Be the go-to person for making our workplace tools helpful, not confusing

Keep Pushing Us Forward

Bring fresh ideas and challenge the status quo

Proactively spot opportunities for automation, improvement, and simplification

Take real ownership and help us build a tech setup that scales with us

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience managing and optimising Microsoft 365 in a business setting

Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Windows Desktop, and macOS, ideally managed via Intune

A proactive, self-starting mindset — you fix things before they break

Excellent communication skills, with a user-first approach to internal IT

A deep sense of ownership, accountability, and pride in your work

Nice to Have

Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert

Apple certifications or deep macOS support experience

Familiarity with Microsoft Purview or other governance and compliance tooling

Knowledge of security frameworks like ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.

PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting/automation experience

An understanding of Microsoft Copilot and what secure AI readiness looks like

This is your chance to shape the way a growing, tech-driven organisation works — making things faster, safer, and simpler for everyone. If you're ready to lead, innovate, and take full ownership of our client's workplace technology estate, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

Flexible working

Generous holiday allowance

Training and development budget 

Interested? Please Click Apply Now!

Workplace Technology Lead - Manchester