Microsoft Platforms Practice Lead at TEKenable

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, Azure, PaaS Solutions, Client Engagement, Solution Design, Technical Leadership, Pre-sales Support, Commercial Acumen, Stakeholder Engagement, Mentoring, Technical Governance, Compliance, Innovation, Collaboration

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

The Practice Lead for Microsoft Platforms is responsible for leading the delivery excellence and commercial performance of Microsoft-based solutions across our organisation. This includes platforms such as Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Dynamics 365 and collaboration with other Department Practice Leads in the areas of Azure, PaaS solutions and Business Central / ERP. This go-to-market role combines technical leadership with outward-facing responsibilities, including pre-sales support, client engagement, and ownership of departmental output targets. The Practice Lead can be based in either Ireland or the Uk where the role can be performed remotely in that location. Reasons to Join Industry Recognition: Work for an award-winning company. TEkenable is a recognised Microsoft Business Applications Partner of the Year, a certified Great Place to work® and included in the prestigious Deloitte Fast50 for the last five consecutive years. Global Reach: Join a global workforce with 200+ employees and operations in multiple countries, offering a broad perspective along with international experience. Hybrid Work Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere in Ireland with this role, offering a great work-life balance. Diverse Technology Exposure: Work with a wide range of technologies including Microsoft, Salesforce, and Low Code platforms, enhancing your technical skills and knowledge. Professional Growth: Opportunities to mentor junior team members and expand your expertise in solution architecture. Gain certifications in Microsoft as part of your professional development. Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values excellent communication, customer engagement, and problem-solving skills. Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse projects across various industry sectors, providing a stimulating and dynamic work environment. Comprehensive Benefits: including remote working in Ireland or the UK, health insurance, flexible working hours & company trips. Role responsibilities: Own and deliver against the department’s output targets with department team. Support department’s sales target via collaboration with business development team. Collaborate with both business development and sales teams to shape proposals and respond to RFPs. Lead solution design and technical input during pre-sales engagements, supporting existing business development pre-sales. Represent our Microsoft practice in client meetings, pitches, and industry events. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, Microsoft, and other strategic partners. Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing and prospective accounts. Ensure client satisfaction and long-term value through high-impact solution delivery. Support the Operations Director to drive the Microsoft platforms strategy in alignment with organisational goals. Ensure technical governance, security, and compliance across all Microsoft technologies. Act as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex technical issues from within the department’s teams and projects. Mentor and develop internal talent within our Microsoft practice and work alongside the Operations Director on performance reviews. Promote continuous learning and Microsoft certification across the team. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability. Proven experience leading Microsoft platform implementations (e.g. M365, Power Platform, Dynamics 365). Strong commercial acumen with experience in pre-sales and client-facing roles. Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed delivery targets in a technical leadership role. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Microsoft certifications (e.g. Power Platform / Dynamics 365 Certifications, Power Platform Expert) are highly desirable. Desirable Experience: Exposure to and knowledge of Microsoft Azure and PaaS options and how it can be utilised with Power Platform to deliver customer solutions to business challenges. Understanding of the wider Microsoft SaaS offerings (e.g. Business Central, F&O, etc) TEKenable's culture is built upon the values of resilience, heartfelt service, always striving and insatiable curiosity. You can learn more about our values at www.tekenable.ie. Candidates applying for this role need to be able to demonstrate how they have applied these values in other roles and how they'll contribute to them, should they be successful. At TEKenable we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion as we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, disability, sexual orientation, generation, ethnicity, religion, family or parental status, neurodiversity or belief. Hiring Process Once you are successfully selected for interview a dedicated talent acquisition manager will reach out and arrange a short pre-screening call. We want to learn more about you and the experience you can bring to the position. The interview process will have 2-3 stages, and we will work around your availability. You will have the opportunity to talk with our recruitment team at various points throughout the process. All interview stages will be conducted remotely via video calls and arranged at a time that fits with your schedule. Benefits Sustainability - Experience the flexibility to work from anywhere in Ireland, avoiding the stress of being stuck in car jams, saving valuable commute time to an office, while actively contributing to a lower carbon footprint and the fight against climate change. Equipment - We'll set you up with a laptop and any other equipment you might need to get the job done. Flexible working hours - Once pre-approved by line management, employees can benefit from flexibility around core business hours Monday to Friday. Health Insurance - We offer a comprehensive health insurance stipend to ensure your well-being and peace of mind. Pension Scheme - A supportive employee pension scheme is offered to help you build a secure and comfortable future. Company trips - We're a social group and often get together for activities in Ireland TEKenable has been named Technology Business of the Year, included in the Deloitte Fast50 for the last 4 consecutive years, and won the Deloitte Impact award. We have also been certified as a 'Great place to Work'. We have global reach with operations in Ireland, the UK, Hungary, Spain & UAE and expertise across Financial Services, Healthcare, Agri-Food, and the Public Sector. At TEKenable we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion as we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, disability, sexual orientation, generation, or belief.

Responsibilities

The Practice Lead is responsible for leading the delivery excellence and commercial performance of Microsoft-based solutions. This includes collaborating with business development teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving the Microsoft platforms strategy in alignment with organizational goals.