Microsoft 365 Solutions Architect

4 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa C40 Cities Full time

CVC is a leading global alternative investment manager focused on private equity, secondaries, and credit with a global network of 29 local offices and over €186 billion of assets under management.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Microsoft 365 Solutions Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of Microsoft 365 solutions. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical expert, guiding the organisation in leveraging the full potential of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem to meet business objectives.

This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft 365, including Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Exchange Online, Power Platform, and Entra ID, combined with a strong understanding of enterprise IT environments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design scalable, secure, and efficient Microsoft 365 solutions that align with organisational needs and strategic goals.
  • Create comprehensive architectural blueprints, roadmaps, and documentation for Microsoft 365 implementations.
  • Implementation and Integration:
  • Oversee the deployment and migration of Microsoft 365 services, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
  • Configure and optimise Microsoft 365 services such as Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and Power Platform.
  • Technical Leadership:
  • Serve as the primary technical authority for Microsoft 365 projects, providing guidance to project teams, stakeholders, and IT staff.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to ensure alignment of Microsoft 365 solutions with security, compliance, and governance requirements.
  • Solution Development:
  • Develop custom solutions using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) to address unique business requirements.
  • Leverage APIs and third-party tools to enhance Microsoft 365 capabilities.
  • Governance and Compliance:
  • Define and implement governance policies for Microsoft 365 services to ensure security, compliance, and best practices adherence.
  • Manage tenant configurations, including security policies and conditional access through Entra ID.
  • Training and Support:
  • Provide technical training and mentorship to IT staff and end-users.
  • Offer post-implementation support and troubleshooting for Microsoft 365 solutions.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this role. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks and evolve in time.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

Microsoft Certifications such as but not limited to:

  • Microsoft Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
  • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer

Experience

Experience required

  • 10+ years of overall experience in IT, with a strong focus on M365 enterprise infrastructure, cloud technologies, or software development.
  • 4-6 years of in-depth hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 technologies, including design, deployment, and administration of services like Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Power Platform, and Entra ID.
  • 2+ years of experience in an architecture or leadership role, where the individual has been responsible for designing solutions, creating roadmaps, and guiding cross-functional teams.

Experience preferred

  • 3+ years proven track record of operating within the Financial Services industry.
  • Familiarity with third-party tools and solutions within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell or similar tools.
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 security, compliance, and governance features.
  • Supporting a multinational workforce, in all time zones.

Competencies and Attributes

  • Ability to use independent judgment and discretion when making the majority of decisions with regards to implementing technology projects.
  • Collaborative and inclusive approach to working with colleagues.
  • Effective at building and maintaining long-lasting partnerships / working relationships.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Highly self-motivated and self-directed.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and quality assurance processes.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

CVC values the benefits of having a diverse team and would love to hear from all applicants that would be excited in working in our team. CVC can support applicants with a range of flexible working arrangements.

Job Details

Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Focus: ERP
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Negotiable
Job Reference: NZH1T0-CA003727
Date posted: 21 March 2025
Consultant: Eloise Ladouceur

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