Microsoft AI Architect (SC Cleared)

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Microsoft AI Architect to lead the implementation of Azure AI solutions in a high-profile environment. The role involves designing and configuring AI-driven tools and providing technical leadership. Candidates should have significant experience with Microsoft Azure AI services and an active SC Clearance. This hybrid role requires onsite work in Canary Wharf one day a week, offering a competitive day rate between £700-£800 Inside IR35.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Opportunity to work with latest Microsoft AI technologies

Professional growth in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

• 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 and AI Foundry.
• Available to work 1 day per week on-site in Canary Wharf.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and configure Azure AI solutions such as Copilot Studio and AI Foundry.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate needs into scalable AI architectures.
• Develop custom AI agents, chatbots, and automation workflows.

Skills

Microsoft Azure AI

Copilot Studio

AI Foundry

Cognitive Services

Azure OpenAI

Chatbot development

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.