Azure Architect - Telecommunications

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Azure Architect to manage and improve IT infrastructure. This role involves delivering support across multiple locations, focusing on Microsoft Server administration and Azure technologies. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience, encompassing Azure Stack HCI and SQL. The position offers a competitive salary of £77,000, health benefits, a pension, and bonuses, along with the opportunity for travel between sites.

Benefits

Health

Pension

Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT support or systems administration roles.
• Expertise in Microsoft Server administration and Azure.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure Stack HCI and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Deliver IT support across multiple locations for users at all levels.
• Administer Azure infrastructure and manage SQL databases.
• Optimize Hyper‑V and Azure Stack HCI environments.

Skills

Microsoft Server administration

Azure

Office 365

Hyper-V

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Tools

SQL

Azure Stack HCI

Intune

Dell storage

VDI technologies

Job description

Do you want to join a leading telecommunications provider delivering high-quality fixed-line, mobile, broadband, and secure data services to both residential and business customers? Known for continued investment in network infrastructure and innovation, this organisation plays a key role in enabling reliable, future-ready connectivity.

We are seeking an experienced Azure Architect to provide advanced technical support across multiple sites, with a strong focus on Microsoft Server administration, Office 365, Azure, and virtualisation technologies. This role combines hands‑on technical expertise with a proactive, customer‑focused mindset. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving our IT infrastructure, supporting users at all levels, and ensuring system reliability across the business.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience with Hyper‑V, Azure, and Azure Stack HCI, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel between sites as needed.

Interested in hearing more? Get in touch today!

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support
  • Deliver comprehensive IT support across multiple locations, assisting users from graduate to Director level.
  • Build, migrate, and maintain Microsoft Server environments.
  • Manage and support desktop and virtualised infrastructure solutions.
• Technology Proficiency
  • Administer and support Azure infrastructure, Active Directory, Intune, and Office 365.
  • Configure and maintain SQL databases and managed instances.
  • Implement and manage Azure services, including Azure Defender, Azure Policy, and Azure Networking.
• Virtualization
  • Manage and optimise Hyper‑V and Azure Stack HCI environments.
  • Experience with VMware is advantageous.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Work effectively with technical and non‑technical teams across various sites.
  • Communicate complex technical issues clearly and professionally.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Demonstrate a strong passion for IT support and professional growth.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of infrastructure, tools, and user support processes.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT support or systems administration roles.
• Expertise in Microsoft Server administration, Office 365, Azure, and Hyper‑V.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure Stack HCI, SQL, and related Azure tools.
• Familiarity with SaaS applications, AKS Kubernetes, and data warehousing is desirable.
• Exposure to Dell backup and replication, Dell storage, and VDI technologies preferred.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and multitasking skills.

Salary & Package

• £77,000 Base Salary
• Health
• Pension
• Bonus
• Willingness to travel to other company offices as required.