M365 Copilot Engineer

Adecco; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in London is looking for a M365 Copilot Engineer for a hybrid role focused on leading the delivery of Microsoft Copilot solutions. The candidate will ensure integration with enterprise systems and support optimization efforts. Essential qualifications include a degree in Computer Science and expertise in Microsoft Copilot technologies. This contract role offers competitive compensation and requires 3 days onsite per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering Microsoft 365 solutions with a focus on Microsoft Copilot.
• Deep understanding of the Microsoft Copilot ecosystem including Microsoft 365 Copilot and others.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical implementation of Copilot solutions across Microsoft 365.
• Design secure, scalable, and compliant Copilot deployments.
• Monitor and manage permissions and data boundaries.

Skills

Microsoft 365 solutions delivery

Microsoft Copilot technologies

Microsoft Azure services

Enterprise architecture

System integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Copilot Studio

Azure OpenAI

Logic Apps

Job description

My Financial Services client is seeking to recruit a M365 Copilot Engineer/Specialist on an initial 6 month contract based in London. It is hybrid and will require 3x days onsite per week.

You will lead the technical delivery and operationalisation of the Microsoft Copilot ecosystem across the organisation. This includes Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilots embedded in tools like SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, and Excel, as well as Copilots across the Power Platform and Security stack.

As the subject matter expert (SME), you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing intelligent, AI-powered experiences that enhance productivity, decision-making, and automation. You will lead the delivery of Copilot solutions into production, ensure secure and scalable integration with enterprise systems, and manage ongoing optimisation and support.

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape how our organisation leverages generative AI across the Microsoft ecosystem and beyond.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Lead the technical implementation of Microsoft Copilot solutions across Microsoft 365 (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) and other platforms.
Design and configure secure, scalable, and compliant Copilot deployments tailored to business needs.
Collaborate with IT, security, and business stakeholders to ensure readiness for production rollout.
Architect and implement integrations between Copilot and enterprise systems to enable contextual, intelligent experiences.
Support development and management of custom Copilot extensions and agents using tools such as Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure OpenAI.
Ensure interoperability across the broader Microsoft ecosystem, including Power BI, Power Automate, and Security Copilot.
Define and enforce governance standards for Copilot usage, data access, and prompt management.
Work closely with security and compliance teams to ensure adherence to organisational and regulatory requirements.
Monitor and manage permissions, data boundaries, and responsible AI practices.
Own the lifecycle of Copilot solutions post-launch, including monitoring, optimisation, and support.
Track adoption, performance, and user feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Provide technical leadership and support for issue resolution and enhancements.
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Copilot technologies, advising stakeholders on capabilities, limitations, and best practices.
Support change management and user enablement efforts, including training, documentation, and onboarding.
Stay current with Microsoft's Copilot roadmap and emerging AI capabilities to inform future strategy.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience in delivering Microsoft 365 solutions, with a strong focus on Microsoft Copilot technologies.
Deep understanding of the Microsoft Copilot ecosystem, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, SharePoint Copilot, Teams Copilot, and Security Copilot.
Experience with Microsoft Azure services, particularly Azure OpenAI, Azure AD, and integration services (e.g., Logic Apps, API Management).
Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture, solution design, and system integration

Job Info

Job Title:

M365 Copilot Engineer

Company:

Location:

Competitive

Posted:

Aug 13th 2025

Closes:

Sep 13th 2025

Sector:

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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