SharePoint/M365 Architect at Sword Services Greece S.A.

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SharePoint Online Architecture, Microsoft 365 Governance, Information Architecture, Power Platform, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online, Microsoft Entra ID, Content Lifecycle Management, Migration Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Data Classification, Compliance Frameworks, Workflow Automation, Technical Leadership

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. About the role: As the SharePoint / Microsoft 365 Architect, you will design, shape, and govern modern digital workplace platforms that enable secure collaboration, effective information management, and scalable enterprise growth. You will take ownership of the architectural direction of SharePoint Online and the wider Microsoft 365 ecosystem, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with long-term business and information management strategies. This role combines architectural leadership, stakeholder engagement, governance design, and hands-on oversight of platform configuration. As the SharePoint / Microsoft 365 Architect, you will: Design and architect SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 solutions to support enterprise collaboration, content management, and workflow automation. Lead migration initiatives from legacy platforms into SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365, ensuring minimal disruption and strong user adoption. Develop and implement governance frameworks covering permissions, data classification, retention, compliance, and lifecycle management. Integrate Microsoft 365 services including SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and Power Platform to streamline and modernise business processes. Partner with senior stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into scalable architectural solutions. Lead transformation initiatives aligned to recognised change management best practice, planning milestones, communication, and adoption strategies. Deliver training and adoption sessions to drive engagement and digital literacy across teams. Configure and oversee SharePoint hubs, site architecture, templates, and modern web parts. Provide technical leadership and guidance on M365 architecture, governance, security, and scalability. Monitor platform usage, adoption metrics, and performance analytics to continuously improve digital workplace effectiveness. Stay current with Microsoft roadmap developments and emerging technologies to guide innovation and future strategy. Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and internal security standards. Troubleshoot and resolve complex SharePoint and Microsoft 365 issues. We’re looking for an experienced Microsoft 365 professional who is confident operating at an architectural level while remaining close enough to delivery to ensure solutions are implemented effectively. You’ll bring many of the following: Proven experience architecting and managing SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 environments in complex or enterprise settings. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and Power Platform. Expertise in information architecture, metadata design, and content lifecycle management. Experience designing governance and compliance frameworks within Microsoft 365. Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Microsoft 365 security & compliance capabilities. Experience leading migration and transformation initiatives. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly. Experience supporting cross-functional programmes and working in collaborative delivery environments. At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more…. At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments. #LI-PD1

Responsibilities

Design and govern modern digital workplace platforms using SharePoint Online and the Microsoft 365 ecosystem to enable secure collaboration and information management. Lead migration initiatives, develop governance frameworks, and partner with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable architectural solutions.