Cloud Solution Architect - Exchange/SharePoint

Penta Consulting Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Penta Consulting Ltd is seeking a Cloud Solution Architect in the United Kingdom with deep expertise in Microsoft SharePoint and Exchange. The role covers on-premises and cloud environments, hybrid configurations, and migration to modern workplace solutions.

Expect travel for onsite delivery and active engagement with customers. You will lead architectural discussions, provide education workshops, and contribute to solution assessments while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong SharePoint and Exchange Server expertise (on-prem and online).
• Experience delivering enterprise-grade SharePoint/Exchange solutions including migration and hybrid configurations.
• Ability to lead customer discussions, deliver assessments, and workshops.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical discussions with customers to maximise Microsoft technology value.
• Deliver education workshops and proactive assessments.
• Support and guide modernisation, migration, and service optimisation projects.

Skills

SharePoint architecture

SharePoint administration

Exchange Server

Hybrid configuration

Migration

Patching

PowerShell

Documentation

Tools

Exchange Management Shell

PowerShell

Job description

# Cloud Solution Architect - Exchange/SharePointJob Reference No.CR/030766Job Type: ContractLocation: United KingdomJob Reference No.: CR/030766Penta Consulting are a technology service provider and leading outsourced partner helping to deliver professional and managed solutions across EMEA.We are supporting a well esteemed client of ours searching for a Cloud Solution Architect in UK, with expertise across the Modern Workplace with strong knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint & Microsoft Exchange, on premise and cloud.Role OverviewThe Cloud Solution Architect for SharePoint and Exchange uses deep solution expertise to lead business and technical customer discussions, maximise the value of Microsoft technology investments, modernise environments, adopt cloud solutions where appropriate, and resolve issues that could block successful project delivery.Description of RoleKey technical resource for the customer. Focused on delivering proactive services such as education workshops, delivering assessments and providing expert guidance. Join a highly motivated team of leading industry experts. Gain early access to emerging technologies ahead of industry peers and acquire insights on leveraging them effectively. Visit customers to train them and share industry and development expertise (travel may be expected for onsite deliveries). Be part of a thriving developer community that's constantly looking for ways to improve our customers’ experience, software development goals and use of technology. Build strong customer relationships and ensure deliveries align with customer projects and milestones. Gain access to expertise and support from Microsoft’s consulting practice and product groups. Continually learn and grow professionally. Analyse problems. Maintain, extend accreditations and certifications, assist in developing best practices for key technologies and products to support technical team readiness. Exhibit excellent communication abilities and consistently cultivate strategic, long-term relationships with customers to earn their trust.Required Skills & Capabilities:SharePoint architecture and topology SharePoint service applications SharePoint administration, sites, lists, and permissions SharePoint authentication providers SharePoint troubleshooting SharePoint zero-downtime patching SharePoint disaster recovery SharePoint version upgrades Enterprise SharePoint Server management, maintenance, and migration Enterprise SharePoint scalability and performance SharePoint hybrid configuration SharePoint Online migrationExchange Server architecture and deployment Exchange Server administration and recipient management Exchange Server high availability and disaster recovery Exchange Server security, authentication, and permissions Exchange Server mail flow and transport services Exchange Server hybrid configuration and coexistence Mailbox migration to Exchange Online Exchange Server patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management Exchange Server troubleshooting and performance optimisation Exchange Management Shell and PowerShell automationTechnical Experience:Deep technical understanding of Microsoft SharePoint (Server & Online) and Exchange Server. Proven experience supporting customer digital transformation through enterprise-grade SharePoint and Exchange solutions, including modernisation, hybrid configuration, migration, and service optimisation. Experience delivering proactive services, such as workshops and technical assessments.Role Requirements:SC Security Clearance. UK Citizenship. Fluent English oral and written communication. Strong technical writing, presentation and training skills.Share this job## Apply for **this Position**Or contact our consultant:### Callum [e-mail]