Solution Architect - Microsoft / Application

Sanderson Recruitment Careers; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Solution Architect for a 6-month contract in Kent. The ideal candidate will take ownership of the technical architecture across Microsoft technologies, including Azure and Dynamics 365. This role demands exceptional communication skills to effectively influence stakeholders and ensure alignment between business and technical solutions. Candidates should have robust experience in architecture and a collaborative approach to driving project success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect in a Microsoft technology environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical architecture for your domain.
• Ensure alignment to enterprise principles and standards.
• Collaborate with IT Leadership and Delivery teams.

Skills

Azure Infrastructure

Microsoft Purview

M365 collaboration stack

Dynamics 365

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Solution Architect - Microsoft / Application

Rate : £600 - £650 Inside IR35 (total to umbrella)

Location : Kent (2 days per week on-site)

Duration : 6 months

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to take ownership of a broad technical domain and roadmap, shaping architectural direction across a modern Microsoft technology landscape. You will propose solutions to business challenges, define and govern architectural standards and ensure the successful delivery of scalable, secure and compliant technology.

This is a generalist architecture role requiring strong breadth across Azure Infrastructure, Microsoft Purview, the M365 collaboration stack and Dynamics 365. You will work closely with Architecture, IT Leadership, Programme Management and Delivery teams to drive alignment between business change and technical solutions.

Success in this role relies on exceptional communication skills. Someone who can influence stakeholders, build strong relationships, challenge third-party suppliers where needed and confidently guide technology decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the technical architecture for your domain, ensuring alignment to enterprise principles, standards and roadmaps.

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