Senior Information Technology System Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the South of England seeks a Senior IT Systems Administrator to manage and enhance its IT services. This hybrid role, requiring strong communication skills and extensive experience within higher education, includes responsibilities such as Windows Server management and overseeing Exchange migrations. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and be committed to customer-focused service improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
• Proven experience migrating on-premise Exchange to Exchange Online.
• Hands-on experience with Exchange, ADFS, Azure AD, etc.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop core IT services with a focus on Windows Server.
• Provide technical leadership within the IT infrastructure team.
• Implement service improvements in line with organizational goals.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in IT or equivalent experience

MCSE certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Exchange Online

Backup systems

Active Directory

ITIL

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

I'm working with a leading University in the South of England who is looking for a Senior IT Systems Administrator (Windows).

The role focuses on managing and developing core IT services, emphasizing Windows Server Environments, Active Directory, Office 365, and backup/disaster recovery solutions. The position also involves technical leadership and 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

ESSENTIALS:

• 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 DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING IN HIGHER EDUCATION OR PROVEN EXPERIENCE OF MIGRATING EXCHANGE ON-PREMISE TO EXCHANGE ONLINE

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

If shortlisted, I will provide a set of questions requiring supporting statement responses as part of your application.

If you're interested or know someone who might be, send your CV to [emailprotected]