Azure Consultant

Location:

Northampton (NN2) – Northamptonshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Salary:

£60000 – £75000 per annum + Benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Information Technology Jobs

Other Industries & Skills: 

Helpdesk, Technical support

Advertiser:

Concept Resourcing

Job ID:

130553552

Posted On: 

25 May 2024

Job Advertisement: Azure Consultant

Position: Azure Consultant Salary: GBP60k + GBP10-15k 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 GBP60k + 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.

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