Modern Workplace Consultant

Advanced is a business that embraces innovation, enabling its customers to seize every opportunity and transform their business. Life at Advanced begins in an exciting environment in a role that matters. 

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a confident Modern Workplace Consultant to join the Managed Services Business Unit within Advanced. 

As a Modern Workplace Consultant, you’ll implement new capabilities on customer facing projects across a breadth of Microsoft’s Modern Workplace suite.  This includes Office 365, Intune, Enterprise Mobility + Security, and Windows 10/11. You will be an aspiring architect able to confidently engage customers, produce design documents, whilst also enjoying the hands-on element of technical delivery.   

Primarily focused on Professional Services technical project delivery, you’ll also support our presales team with pre-project scoping and estimating. 

• • The responsibilities of a Microsoft Modern Workplace Consultant include: 
  • Designing, implementing, and documenting Microsoft 365 solutions for OneAdvanced customers. 
  • Taking ownership of Microsoft’s Modern Workplace suite, including Office 365, Intune, Enterprise Mobility + Security, and Windows 10/11. 
  • Collaborating with clients to determine effective use of Microsoft cloud services. 
  • Evaluating and optimizing existing IT environments. 
  • Developing best practices and concepts for automation. 
  • Implementing Modern Workplace Solutions, leveraging Microsoft Teams and Messaging, securing M365 data using Microsoft Purview, and enhancing company collaboration with tools like MS Viva Engage. 
  • Deploying and configuring Windows 10, 11 with Office 365, including image creation or Autopilot/Intune deployment and related components for Active Directory & Group Policy. 

   

  • Managing Windows 10, 11 servicing models with Configuration Manager or Windows Update for Business, Intune co-management, hybrid configuration, and integration with other Microsoft solutions (including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint). 
  • Application packaging within Intune and SCCM using tools like PSADT. 

• • Minimum 5+ years in an enterprise IT environment. 
  • Strong understanding of Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)/Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)/Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms. 
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows 10, 11 (including AVD/VDI), Intune, SCCM, Office 365, Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS), and Teams. 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 Security, Azure ATP, DLP, AIP, Windows Defender ATP, and Entra. 
  • Technical leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 
  • Proficiency in PowerShell and other scripting languages. 
  • Up-to-date knowledge of Microsoft products. 
  • Strong communication skills (both oral and written). 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels. 
  • Comfort with multitasking across complex projects. 
  • Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision. 
  • Visualization and articulation of project parameters and scope. 
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities. 
  • Expertise in mobile technology solutions. 
  • Current Microsoft 365 Modern Workplace certifications or in the process of upgrades. 
  • Experience with Power BI for reporting and process automation using tools like Power Automate. 

Wellbeing focused – Our people are our greatest assets, and ensuring everyone feels their best self to come to work is integral

• Annual Leave – 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and the ability to buy additional days
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free advice, support, and confidential counselling available 24/7 through Care First
• Endometriosis Friendly Employer - We are proud to confirm our commitment to developing an environment and culture that allows those with endometriosis to thrive in the workplace

Personal Growth - Regardless of where you are at in your career, we’re committed to enabling your growth personally and professionally

• Development Programmes – From Future Managers to Leadership Training, our development programmes help you get where you need to go
• Performance Bonus – Our Group-wide bonus scheme enables you to reap the rewards of your success

Financial wellbeing - We understand as well as your mental wellbeing, your financial wellbeing is really important

• Pension Scheme – Our plan with Scottish Widows offers 5% matched contribution by the company
• Income protection insurance – Providing you with support and assistance when you need it most

Recognition – Highlighting and rewarding the great work our people do

• Performance & Talent – Our own technology platform that allows you to get real-time feedback, conversations and goals to help you become your best self

Making a Difference – we provide opportunities to help our people make a difference to the causes they care about

• MatchIt! – Fundraise for a cause close to your heart and Advanced will match part of the funding
• Volunteering Time – Our volunteering leave scheme allows you to use your time to help those who need it
• Pennies from Heaven – donate the pennies from your pay check to help make a difference without lifting a finger