Senior Modern Workplace Engineer

Xact Placements Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider is seeking a Senior Modern Workplace Engineer to lead the design and implementation of Microsoft 365 solutions. This remote role emphasizes technical leadership, ensuring high standards in project delivery, and supporting clients in their transition to modern workplace systems. Ideal candidates have a strong background in Microsoft 365 and related technologies, along with relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Microsoft 365 services.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support of Microsoft 365 services.
• Act as the technical escalation point for incidents.
• Deliver client-focused solutions aligning with best practices.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Intune

Teams

SharePoint

Microsoft Defender

Azure AD

PowerShell scripting

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant certifications (MS-500, SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500)

Job description

Role

Senior Modern Workplace Engineer — Salary: £40,000- £43,000 per annum — Location: Remote

We are representing our client, an innovative IT services provider, who are seeking a Senior Modern Workplace Engineer to join their team.

The Senior Modern Workplace Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, and support of Modern Workplace solutions, with a particular focus on Microsoft 365 and associated technologies. The successful candidate will act as a senior point of escalation, provide technical leadership, and ensure projects are delivered to high standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support of Microsoft 365 services (Entra ID, Intune, Teams, SharePoint).
• Act as the technical escalation point for complex incidents and service requests.
• Deliver client-focused solutions that align with security and compliance best practices.
• Support migration and adoption projects across modern workplace platforms.
• Implement Conditional Access policies for secure access control

Your Skills and Experience

• Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Intune, Teams, SharePoint, and related services.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Defender, Sentinel & Azure AD
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (MS-500, SC-200, SC-300,AZ-500) desirable.