Microsoft 365 Specialist

Do you want to shape how a large public organisation safely adopts AI, automation and Microsoft 365 at scale? Then this is your opportunity to lead innovation that directly improves services, unlocks productivity and ensures technology is used securely, responsibly and to maximum impact across East Sussex.

This is a pivotal specialist role leading the design, implementation and governance of Microsoft 365, including Copilot, Fabric and the Power Platform, to modernise services and enable safe digital innovation. You will act as the Council’s subject matter expert, ensuring Microsoft 365 and AI capabilities are deployed securely, integrated effectively and governed in line with information governance and security requirements.

Working across technology, data and business change, you will drive productivity improvements, manage technical risk and support the adoption of emerging capabilities, helping the Council realise value from its digital investment.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have proven experience administering and configuring Microsoft 365 services in an enterprise environment, including governance, security and compliance.
• Can translate business needs into secure, scalable Microsoft 365 and automation solutions.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to manage technical risk and complex issues.
• Can plan, prioritise and manage competing workloads, often to short deadlines.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a wide range of audiences and build strong collaborative relationships.
• Understand data protection legislation, governance and compliance requirements.
• Are motivated to support innovation, including AI, automation and digital transformation across services.

Please download the job description and person specification for more information.

To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. When writing your supporting statement explain how you meet the following criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests:

• Experience of Microsoft 365 administration and governance
• Ability to design secure, scalable technical solutions
• Analytical and troubleshooting capability
• Communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of data protection and compliance
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.

Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place during week commencing 27th July. If you are unavailable on these dates let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details. The role offers:

• Opportunity to shape how a large public sector organisation adopts AI and Microsoft 365 at scale.
• Highly influential specialist role working at the forefront of emerging technologies including Copilot and automation.
• Direct impact on service modernisation, productivity and digital transformation across the Council.
• Work across technology, data, security and business change in a strategic, organisation‑wide capacity.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Mike Brett, Head of Infrastructure via [email protected] to request a MS teams call or phone call.

"I’ve worked with the council for over 10 years, and I stay here because I find it really rewarding. I know that I’m making a difference." Joe, Information Analyst For sharing your expertise, choose East Sussex.

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.