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Job Advertisement: Azure Consultant
Position: Azure Consultant Salary: £60k + £10-15k OTE Location: Flexible (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days remote) Reports To: Head of Cloud - Technical
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Azure Consultant to join our pre-sales team, specializing in designing and architecting cloud solutions that leverage Microsoft Azure technologies. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical expertise, customer-facing skills, and a deep understanding of Azure services. This position involves engaging with potential clients, understanding their business requirements, and presenting scalable, secure, and cost-effective Azure solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Engage with potential clients to understand their business requirements, challenges, and technology landscape.
Design and architect Azure solutions that meet clients' business and technical needs.
Present and explain proposed solutions to clients, outlining technical details, value propositions, and implementation roadmaps.
Collaborate with the sales team to align technical solutions with the client's business objectives.
Conduct technical workshops and proof-of-concepts to demonstrate Azure solutions' feasibility and benefits.
Stay updated with the latest Azure services, technologies, and industry trends.
Act as a liaison between the sales and technical teams to ensure clear communication and alignment on solution design.
Provide feedback to sales and product teams on client needs and market trends.
Develop and maintain technical documentation related to solution architecture and design.
Support the Professional Services team with project delivery and implementation when required.Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field is desirable.
Certifications in Microsoft Azure, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate, are highly desirable.
Experience in customer-facing roles, preferably in pre-sales, consulting, or technical sales.
Proficiency in designing and implementing cloud-based solutions, with a strong understanding of cloud architecture principles.
Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Security, and Azure Virtual Desktop.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Strong problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.What We Offer:
Competitive salary starting at £60k + OTE.
Flexible hybrid working arrangement (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
Generous annual leave (25-30 days, plus public holidays, with optional 2 weeks unpaid leave).
Subsidized healthcare/medical benefits.
Progression and training programs, including mentoring and career development.
Incentives and perks such as holidays, vouchers, lunches, and spot prizes.
Top-of-the-range technology for office and remote work (laptops, screens, latest iPhone, etc.).
Social events, supportive culture, and a fun, hardworking environment
