Modern Workplace Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the UK’s newspaper and magazine wholesaling sector as a Modern Workplace Engineer. You will take charge of high-level technical issues related to Microsoft technologies while enjoying benefits like a health cash plan and continuous training opportunities. This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment, a chance to be part of innovative projects, and the ability to make a real impact.

Benefits

Company funded Health Cash Plan

5% match pension

24/7 E-Learning modules

Training and Development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to work schemes

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in cloud and end user compute.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications are essential.
• Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for technical escalations related to Microsoft 365.
• Participate in IT projects for modern workplace enhancements.
• Maintain documentation of cloud infrastructure.

Skills

Networking concepts and protocols

Modern device management (Intune)

Cloud services (Azure)

Effective communication skills

Education

Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate

Azure Fundamentals

Windows 10/11 certifications

ITIL Foundation

Tools

PowerShell scripting

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Client:

Smiths News

Location:

swindon, wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

20.07.2025

Expiry Date:

03.09.2025

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Job Description:

Hybrid working from our Swindon head office

Our reputation as the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler speaks for itself. Every day, we serve more than 22,400
customers from 33 distribution centres across the country. Behind every nightly miracle is a team of dedicated people carrying out more roles than you realise – we’re the unseen force that delivers. So when we say we’re excited for what the future holds for our customers and colleagues, you can trust we’re as good as our word.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Modern Workplace engineer to join our team reporting into the Desktop Support team lead. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on experience in the cloud and end user compute space to be a part of Smiths News’ modern workplace journey.

Key. Accountabilities

• Technical Escalation: Act as the primary point of contact for resolving high-level technical issues and escalations related to Microsoft 365, Azure services, Intune compliance, and other modern workplace technologies.
• Project Involvement: Participate in IT projects related to modern workplace enhancements, migrations, and new technology rollouts.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up to date with the latest in Microsoft technologies and best practices for modern workplace environments, continuously improving processes and team capabilities.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud infrastructure, including diagrams and procedures
• Monitor system compliance and ensure optimal operation of end user compute
• Collaborate with senior engineers to troubleshoot and resolve Azure/365 incidents and projects
• Be a member of the onshore presence for office-based users

About you

• Understanding of networking concepts and protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S)
• Knowledge and experience using modern device management (Intune) and cloud services (Azure)
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, Azure Fundamentals, Windows 10/11 certifications, ITIL Foundation, or equivalent.
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in PowerShell scripting for automation.
• Familiarity with security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR).
• Experience in hybrid environments (on-prem and cloud).

What we can offer you

Not only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but you’ll also have access to:

• Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• 5% match pension
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

A career with us is a career filled with people, pride, and passion. We rely on each other to get the job done, and we deliver what we say we will. Let’s see if we can rely on you, too. Apply now.