Identity Engineer

Co-op Group; Manchester; Hybride; GBP 55 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private healthcare

Annual bonus

28 days holiday (32 with service)

Pension with up to 10% employer-contri

On-call rota

Onsite gym access

Résumé du poste

Co-op Group is seeking an Identity Engineer in Manchester to join our Information Security team. You will shape identity and access management, ensuring the right people have access to the right systems at the right time, across multiple Co-op entities.

You’ll work on SSO, automated joins/movers/leavers, and role-based controls, delivering improvements across AD, Azure AD/EntraID, SailPoint, and related platforms with a hybrid work model in Manchester city centre.

Qualifications

• Experience working with identity platforms within an enterprise organisation.
• Experience working on projects, including service transition.
• Knowledge of Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID, IdentityIQ, Active Roles.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• An innovative mindset, with an openness to learn new technologies and adapt to change.

Responsabilités

• Maintain and deliver strategic improvement across key systems like Active Directory, SailPoint IdentityIQ, Azure AD/EntraID, and One Identity Active Roles.
• Keep systems running smoothly, with no capacity or outstanding issues.
• Align identity platforms and capabilities with the needs of our business.
• Contribute to projects such as identity maturity initiatives, new application rollouts, and process improvements.
• Build strong relationships internally and externally to drive innovation and service improvements.
• Manage day-to-day activities with third-party providers, including escalations and knowledge sharing.
• Have the opportunity to join our on-call rota once you’re settled in to your role.

Connaissances

Identity platforms

Project experience

Stakeholder collaboration

Learning mindset

Outils

Active Directory

Azure AD/EntraID

SailPoint IdentityIQ

One Identity Active Roles

Description du poste

City Of Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 0AG

Pay:

£55,000 to £65,000 per year, plus great benefits

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

10/11/2026

About this job

Identity Engineer £55,000 to £65,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 5) Manchester City Centre | Hybrid (spending a minimum of two days a month in the office) Looking for a role where information security and identity management is at the heart of everything you do?

Enjoy tackling complex challenges and inspiring colleagues to stay secure?

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for an Identity Engineer to join our Information Security team in Manchester.

In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping our identity and access management strategy, making sure our colleagues, partners, and suppliers have the right access, to the right systems, at the right time.

In this role, you'll work across different parts of our Co-op, designing and delivering solutions that improve processes and strengthen security.

From single sign-on and automated access for joiners, movers, and leavers, to role-based controls, you'll help us make things simpler and safer.

Why this role matters We're in an exciting period of growth at Co-op.

As the digital landscape evolves, it's vital that we stay ahead of cyber threats.

You’ll help shape our identity and access management approach, making sure the right people can securely access the right platforms.

We're driving improvements in Co-op's information security maturity with identity engineering at the heart of everything we do.

This is your opportunity to influence this and make a real difference.

What you’ll do Maintain and deliver strategic improvement across key systems like Active Directory, SailPoint IdentityIQ, Azure AD/EntraID, and One Identity Active Roles Keep systems running smoothly, with no capacity or outstanding issues Align identity platforms and capabilities with the needs of our business Contribute to projects such as identity maturity initiatives, new application rollouts, and process improvements Build strong relationships internally and externally to drive innovation and service improvements Manage day-to-day activities with third-party providers, including escalations and knowledge sharing Have the opportunity to join our on-call rota once you’re settled in to your role What you’ll bring Experience working with identity platforms within an enterprise organisation Experience working on projects, including service transition Knowledge of at least one of the following: Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID, IdentityIQ, Active Roles Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills An innovative mindset, with an openness to learn new technologies and adapt to change We know some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement.

At Co-op, we’re committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.

We’re also open to applications from people who may require flexible working arrangements.

There’ll be an opportunity to discuss your flexible working requirements during the interview process, and at offer stage.

Why Co-op?

At Co-op, we’re owned by our members.

And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you.

So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement.

We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose.

We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive: Private healthcare An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance) 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays A pension with up to 10% employer contributions The opportunity to increase your earnings by joining our on-call rota Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ) 30% discount on Co‑op products and 10% off other brands Stream

• early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice 24/7 colleague support service Training and support for your development and career progression Cycle‑to‑work scheme A place you’ll belong We’re building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone, and our support centre is an inclusive environment where all our colleagues can thrive.

If you have a disability, we’ll make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.

We’re also proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme

• if you’re disabled and you meet the minimum criteria for this job, we’ll guarantee you an interview.