IT Enterprise Architect (Microsoft Azure + 365)

Understanding Recruitment; North Hertfordshire; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced IT Enterprise Architect specializing in Microsoft Azure & 365 for a remote role. You will lead integration projects and unify architecture across multiple business units, leveraging your extensive experience in Azure environments and tenant mergers. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years in IT architecture, deeply understand Azure design, and excel in stakeholder communication. A day rate of up to £1000 is offered for this contract position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT architecture, 5+ years in Azure environments.
• Proven experience in Microsoft 365 and Azure tenant mergers.
• Expertise in Azure AD / Entra ID design and integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead Azure and Microsoft 365 integration projects.
• Oversee migration of workloads and applications.
• Define governance frameworks aligned to Zero Trust.

Skills

IT architecture experience

Microsoft 365 expertise

Azure tenant mergers

Stakeholder communication

PowerShell scripting

Job description

Overview

IT Enterprise Architect (Microsoft Azure & 365)

We are looking for an experienced IT Enterprise Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 to lead a major cloud integration and consolidation programme. You will design and deliver a unified architecture across multiple business units, bringing together Azure tenants, Microsoft 365 environments, and network infrastructure into a cohesive, secure ecosystem. If you have led enterprise-scale tenant mergers, application migrations, or Azure architecture transformations, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a complex, multi-tenant environment.

Contract Details

• Contract Length: 6-12 Months (likely to extend)
• Location: Remote (UK-based)
• Day Rate: up to £1000 Inside IR35
• Start Date: ASAP

Key Experience Needed

• Strong background in IT architecture (10+ years), with 5+ years in Azure environments
• Proven experience in Microsoft 365 and Azure tenant mergers or migrations
• Expertise in Azure AD / Entra ID design and integration (SSO, RBAC, hybrid identity)
• Deep understanding of Azure architecture (compute, storage, networking, governance)
• Hands-on with automation tools and scripting (PowerShell preferred)
• Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership across technical and business teams

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of Azure and Microsoft 365 integration projects
• Unify and secure identity and access structures across organizations
• Oversee migration of workloads, applications, and data between Azure environments
• Define governance frameworks aligned to Zero Trust and compliance standards
• Collaborate with IT, security, and business leaders to shape target architecture and roadmap