Senior Information Technology System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the South of England seeks a Senior IT Systems Administrator to manage core IT services and drive improvements within the team. The role focuses on Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365, requiring proven experience in the higher education sector. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a relevant degree or certification, are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration, support, and development required.
• Proven experience migrating Exchange on-premise to Exchange Online.
• Experience in the higher education sector essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop core IT services including Windows Server and Office 365.
• Drive service improvement within the IT infrastructure team.
• Provide technical leadership.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Technical Leadership

Education

Degree in IT or equivalent experience

MCSE certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Exchange

Active Directory

Azure AD

Citrix

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Senior Information Technology System Administrator, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Salt

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

We are working with a leading University in the South of England seeking a Senior IT Systems Administrator (Windows).

The role involves managing and developing core IT services, focusing on Windows Server Environments, Active Directory, Office 365, and backup/disaster recovery solutions. The position also requires providing technical leadership and driving service improvement within the IT infrastructure team.

Must Have Experience:

• Microsoft 365 (Office 365): administration, support, and development
• Exchange / Exchange Online: proven experience migrating on-premise Exchange to Exchange Online
• Backup systems and disaster recovery processes
• Experience working in or with the higher education sector

Essential Skills:

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
• Collaborative team player with a customer-focused mindset
• Degree in IT or equivalent experience, or MCSE certification
• Hands-on experience with at least three of the following: Exchange, ADFS, Azure AD, Citrix, Office 365, patching, email security
• Familiarity with ITIL or structured service environments

Please note: Do not apply if you lack experience in the higher education sector or proven experience migrating Exchange on-premise to Exchange Online.

Location: South of England – Hybrid (2 days onsite)

If shortlisted, you will receive questions requiring supporting statement responses as part of your application.

If interested or you know someone suitable, please send your CV to [emailprotected].