The Role
As a Senior Cloud Consultant, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and optimising modern Microsoft cloud solutions for our diverse B2B client base. You will work closely with sales, presales, PMO, managed services and engineering teams to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective Azure and Microsoft 365 solutions. This role involves engaging with customers at various levels—from technical leads to C-suite stakeholders—and providing expert guidance, high-level design documentation, and hands-on deployment.
Your focus will be on Microsoft Azure (IaaS/PaaS), Microsoft 365 (including Modern Workplace solutions and Microsoft Security), and related ecosystems. You will ensure that each solution not only meets technical specifications but also aligns with the customer's business goals, providing exceptional service and contributing to long-term client satisfaction
This position may occasionally involve travel to customer sites and work outside of standard business hours, depending on project requirements. Consequently, the successful candidate should be comfortable with long-distance travel and willing to stay overnight away from home when necessary.
What you will be doing?
Solution Design and Deployment
* Design and implement Azure and Microsoft 365 solutions, including assessments, migrations, integrations, and optimisations.
* Collaborate with presales teams to create high and low-level designs, bills of materials (BOMs), and proposals.
* Ensure solutions meet best practices for security, compliance, performance, and scalability.
Technical Consultation and Presales Support
* Attend customer meetings and presentations to understand business requirements and propose tailored cloud solutions.
* Provide technical input during the bid and tender process, advising on feasibility, resource needs, and delivery timelines.
* Conduct technical workshops, proofs of concept, and demonstrations to validate solution approaches.
Project Delivery and Documentation
* Work closely with the PMO and Project Managers to deliver projects on time and within scope, adhering to defined methodologies.
* Create and maintain accurate technical documentation, including design documents, implementation guides, and runbooks.
* Provide regular project and technical updates to internal stakeholders and customers.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
* Engage with cross-functional teams (Sales, Managed Services, Security specialists) to ensure solutions are aligned with overall business strategies.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, tailoring technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Support the Service Desk and Operations teams with escalations and knowledge transfer as required.
Continuous Improvement and Professional Development
* Stay current with emerging Microsoft technologies, security features, and cloud best practices.
* Identify opportunities to improve service offerings, delivery methodologies, and internal processes.
* Participate in training sessions, certifications, and professional development activities to enhance skill sets.
The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.
What is Needed?
* Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure IaaS/PaaS services, including design, migration, and ongoing optimization.
* Expertise in Microsoft 365 Modern Workplace components (e.g., Exchange Online, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams), Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS), and Azure Active Directory.
* Demonstrated ability to assess, design, and deploy secure, scalable cloud solutions that meet customer requirements.
* Proven experience in delivering cloud-based projects within professional services or consultancy environments.
* Familiarity with Microsoft security solutions, identity management, and compliance frameworks.
* Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert).
Desired
* Experience with VMware, Veeam, or other backup and virtualisation technologies.
* Understanding of on-premises-to-cloud migration strategies and hybrid cloud architectures.
* Working knowledge of traditional Microsoft technologies (AD, legacy Exchange, Windows Server) as a foundational background.
* Additional vendor certifications (e.g., VMware VCP, Veeam VMCE) or other cloud/security accreditations.
* ITIL or project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) advantageous but not essential.
The Company
This is CAE - Our goal is to be recognised as the most trusted and valued IT infrastructure solutions provider, and be chosen by our customers, partners and everyone in the CAE family, because of our unique understanding, total commitment and positive engagement.
We get recognised in a number of different ways:
* Having ISO9001 and 27001 certifications
* With multiple awards from manufacturers including Cisco and Dell Technologies
* Being 3 star accredited with the Service Desk Institute
* Within our industry with shortlists and wins from CRN
* and every time we get an order from one of customers – recognising that we are their partner of choice whether they are in the Commercial, Public or not for profit sectors
It is our approach that sets us apart and our people that make us different #thisishowwedoit
What is next?
If successful, one of our dedicated recruitment team members will be in touch with you for a screening call. Please note, we will always endeavour to acknowledge every application we receive, however, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to reply to every individual with specific feedback.
Benefits:
* MediCash
* Investors in Personal Development
* Pension Scheme
* Death in Service
* Staff Referral Scheme
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance
* Tech Scheme
* Will writing
* Additional benefits: Shopping discounts, Length of service awards, Flu Vaccination Vouchers, Employee Recognition, Annual leave entitlements, Cycle to Work Scheme, Fresh Fruit
CAE Technology Services are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity across our workforce. We aim to provide a fair and consistent job application process and to not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin or disablement.