Microsoft AI Architect (SC Cleared)

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Microsoft AI Architect / AI Expert to implement cutting-edge Azure AI solutions for a high-profile client. This hybrid role requires you to work 1 day per week on-site in Canary Wharf, London and offers a competitive day rate between £700-£800. As the go-to expert, you will design, build, and optimize AI tools, ensuring they meet business needs while following best practices. Active SC Clearance is mandatory for candidates.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Opportunity for professional growth

Work with latest Microsoft technologies

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an AI Architect or similar role focused on Microsoft Azure AI.
• Hands-on expertise with Copilot Studio and Azure Machine Learning.
• Ability to communicate complex AI concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Azure AI solutions like Copilot Studio and AI Foundry.
• Translate business needs into scalable AI architectures.
• Develop custom AI agents and automation workflows.

Skills

Expertise in Microsoft Azure AI

Experience with Copilot Studio

Knowledge of AI Foundry

Experience in designing intelligent agents

Strong communication skills

Tools

Azure OpenAI

Cognitive Services

Bot Framework

Job description

Role: Microsoft AI Architect / AI Expert
Location: Hybrid (1 day per week in Canary Wharf, London)
Rate: £700 - £800 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract Duration: Until end of March 2025 (potential for extension)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Microsoft AI Architect / AI Expert to lead the implementation and configuration of cutting‑edge Azure AI solutions for a high‑profile client. This is a hands‑on role where you'll design, build, and optimise AI‑driven tools‑including Copilot Studio, AI Foundry, and related Azure AI services‑to transform business operations and enhance user experiences.

You'll be the go‑to expert, bridging the gap between complex AI capabilities and practical, scalable business solutions.

Candidates must be SC Cleared

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and configure Azure AI solutions such as Copilot Studio, AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI, and Cognitive Services

• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into secure, scalable AI architectures

• Develop custom AI agents, chatbots, and automation workflows using Copilot Studio

• Integrate AI models and tools into existing enterprise systems and data pipelines

• Ensure solutions follow best practices for security, governance, and cost optimisation

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as an AI Architect, AI Engineer, or similar role with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure AI

• Hands‑on expertise with Copilot Studio, AI Foundry and/or Azure Machine Learning

• Solid understanding of Azure AI services, including Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and Bot Framework

• Experience designing and deploying intelligent agents, chatbots, and automation solutions

• Ability to communicate complex AI concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Available to work 1 day per week on‑site in Canary Wharf, with flexibility for remote work the remainder of the week

Why Apply?

• Day rate of £700-£800 (Inside IR35)

• Candidates must have an active SC Clearance

• High‑impact role within a forward‑thinking organisation

• Opportunity to work with the latest Microsoft AI technologies

• Professional growth in a dynamic, project‑focused environment

Morgan Hunt is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.