Microsoft 365 & SharePoint Platform Analyst

Sidley Austin; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago is seeking a Microsoft 365 Administrator to manage SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive. You will configure sites, permissions, workflows, and data migrations while supporting end users and coordinating with IT teams.

The role requires 2+ years of experience with Microsoft 365 apps, strong troubleshooting, and excellent communication. This is a hybrid position in Illinois with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience supporting business applications and end users in IT, corporate, or professional services environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and administration, including SharePoint Online, Teams, Exchange Online, and OneDrive.
• Experience configuring and administering SharePoint Online, including sites, document libraries, permissions, and content types.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administration, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft 365 collaboration platforms (SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive).
• Configure and maintain SharePoint Online sites, document libraries, content types, permissions, and workflows.
• Troubleshoot platform issues and coordinate with Service Desk and IT teams as needed.
• Support data migration, import, and export activities with validation and troubleshooting.
• Maintain knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and integrations.
• Prepare reports on platform usage, data quality, and adoption to identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide end-user support and training on Microsoft 365 tools and processes.
• Participate in projects to implement enhancements and governance across Microsoft 365 services.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Security, and other teams on governance and security standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

SharePoint Online

Microsoft Teams

OneDrive

Exchange Online

Power Platform

PowerShell

Active Directory / Entra ID

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago is seeking a Microsoft 365 Administrator to manage SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive. You will configure sites, permissions, workflows, and data migrations while supporting end users and coordinating with IT teams.

The role requires 2+ years of experience with Microsoft 365 apps, strong troubleshooting, and excellent communication. This is a hybrid position in Illinois with a comprehensive benefits package.