Technical Architect

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We’re initiating a key project to migrate away from our current third-party MSP and are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to lead the design and planning phase - with potential to remain involved through delivery.

We are looking for someone who has experience migrating Active Directory, Outlook, and Office environments from third-party providers to on-prem, hybrid, or cloud platforms.

About the Role

Technical Architect Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Duration: 3 months initially - flexible days IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Day Rate: Competitive

We’re initiating a key project to migrate away from our current third-party MSP and are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to lead the design and planning phase - with potential to remain involved through delivery.

We are looking for someone who has experience migrating Active Directory, Outlook, and Office environments from third-party providers to on-prem, hybrid, or cloud platforms.

About the Role

This project will be delivered in two phases:

Phase 1 - Discovery & Design:

• Evaluate 2-3 migration approaches and outline the pros and cons of each.
• Develop a clear High-Level Design (HLD) for the preferred migration strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and readiness.

Phase 2 - Delivery Oversight:

• If the design is approved, you’ll continue into the delivery phase.
• Provide architectural governance and, where needed, hands-on support during the migration.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience delivering infrastructure or cloud architecture projects.
• Strong background in migrating Active Directory, Outlook, and Office environments from third-party providers to on-prem, hybrid, or cloud platforms.
• Demonstrated success in large-scale MSP transitions or enterprise IT migrations.
• Ability to create and present clear HLD/LLD documentation.
• A consultative and confident communicator who can advise, challenge, and lead stakeholders.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionInformation Technology
• IndustriesTechnology, Information and Internet

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• Proven experience delivering infrastructure or cloud architecture projects.
• Strong background in migrating Active Directory, Outlook, and Office environments from third-party providers to on-prem, hybrid, or cloud platforms.
• Demonstrated success in large-scale MSP transitions or enterprise IT migrations.
• Ability to create and present clear HLD/LLD documentation.
• A consultative and confident communicator who can advise, challenge, and lead stakeholders.