M365 Consultant

Consultancy.uk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Consultancy.uk is looking for an M365 Consultant in Greater London. This role involves expertise in Microsoft 365 to help clients secure their environments against data protection challenges. You will be responsible for implementing Microsoft Purview solutions, configuring Microsoft Defender, and ensuring compliance across platforms. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree, applicable certifications, and hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 tools. The company promotes a diverse workplace, adhering to equal opportunities principles.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience working with Microsoft 365 environments.
• Hands-on expertise with Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams.
• Practical experience implementing Microsoft Purview Information Protection.

Responsibilities

• Implement and configure Microsoft Purview solutions for data protection.
• Support data discovery and classification initiatives.
• Assist in deploying Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

Skills

Microsoft 365 expertise

Information protection

Data security

Compliance

Exchange Online administration

SharePoint Online administration

Teams administration

Data governance

Education

2:1 degree in Computer Science or related field

Relevant certifications (SC-900, SC-400, MS-900, MS-102)

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Entra ID

Job description

Role Overview

As an M365 Consultant, you will use your Microsoft 365 expertise to focus on information protection, data security and compliance. Working within a delivery team, you will help clients implement secure Microsoft 365 environments and safeguard their data. You’ll support organisations in governing data across collaboration platforms, analytics environments and emerging AI use cases. The role is ideal for those passionate about helping clients address evolving security and compliance challenges in the digital age.

Responsibilities

• Implement and configure Microsoft Purview solutions, including sensitivity labels, encryption, DLP, retention labels and records management across Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• Support data discovery, classification and protection initiatives to enhance information security and compliance.
• Assist in the deployment and configuration of Microsoft Defender for Office 365, enabling Safe Links, Safe Attachments, anti‑phishing and anti‑malware policies.
• Configure Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps to monitor and control data sharing, manage session controls and identify risky user or data activities.
• Maintain awareness of endpoint risk and integrate Microsoft Defender for Endpoint with Conditional Access and Zero‑Trust strategies.
• Gain exposure to or support advanced data protection scenarios such as Insider Risk Management, Communication Compliance, eDiscovery and regulatory compliance.
• Configure and secure Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive and Teams, and support identity and access management using Microsoft Entra ID.
• Contribute to data governance initiatives across analytics platforms, supporting data discovery, classification and protection in environments such as Microsoft Fabric and Data Lake.
• Collaborate with client IT and security teams, support workshops and technical discussions and communicate configuration decisions, risks and recommendations effectively.

About The Candidate

• Holds a 2:1 degree in Computer Science or a related field, with relevant certifications such as SC‑900, SC‑400, MS‑900 or MS‑102.
• 2–5 years of experience working with Microsoft 365 environments.
• Hands‑on expertise with Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams administration and Microsoft Entra ID fundamentals.
• Practical experience implementing Microsoft Purview Information Protection, DLP, retention or compliance policies.
• Proven track record of delivering projects or platform changes beyond routine operational support.
• Exposure to Insider Risk Management, eDiscovery or Defender for Office 365 is advantageous.
• Experience with Defender for Cloud Apps, including data visibility, sharing controls or policy configuration, is desirable.
• Understanding how Defender integrates with Purview, Entra ID and Conditional Access is beneficial.
• Experience leading workshops or acting as a subject‑matter expert and working in a client‑facing or consulting environment is a plus.

Equal Opportunities

Reply is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to embracing diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, identity, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status or parental status or any other characteristic protected by the Law. Reply is committed to making sure that our selection methods are fair to everyone. To help you during the recruitment process, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need.

Job Details

Firm: Valorem Reply
Location: London
Education: Postgraduate degree