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# Cloud & AI Platforms Practice Manager

- **Company:** Giacom
- **Location:** Almondsbury, UK
- **Salary:** £71,482.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, AI Platforms, Data Analytics, Performance Monitor, Serverless Computing
- **Published:** September 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5877094018

## About the Role

* Strong demonstrable experience working within the Microsoft ecosystem, particularly Azure.
 * Deep understanding of Azure architecture, governance and best practices.
 * Experience across Azure core services including compute, networking, storage, identity and security.
 * Knowledge of Azure AI, Data & Analytics, Modern Infrastructure and cloud-native services.
 * Commercial acumen, including Azure consumption models, profitability and growth planning.
 * Experience leading, coaching or developing technical and/or commercial teams.
 * Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, Microsoft representatives and partner organisations.
 * A passion for technology combined with the charisma to influence and inspire others.
 * Microsoft certifications such as AZ-700 or AZ-800.

## Description

We're looking for an experienced Azure leader to take ownership of our Cloud & AI Platforms Practice team and to shape the future of Microsoft's cloud technologies across our partner ecosystem.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who combines deep technical expertise in Microsoft Azure with strong commercial awareness and proven leadership capability. You'll be responsible for leading a team of Cloud & AI specialists, driving growth across our Azure portfolio, influencing go-to-market strategy, and becoming a recognised voice both internally and externally within the Microsoft channel.

If you're currently working as a Cloud Solution Architect, Azure Practice Lead, Presales Manager, Technical Consultant Leader, or a similar Azure-focused role and are ready to take the next step into a high-impact leadership position, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

 * Lead, develop and inspire a team of Cloud & AI specialists and presales professionals.
 * Own the Azure practice, bringing together technical expertise and commercial strategy into a single high-performing function.
 * Drive adoption and growth across Azure services within our partner community.
 * Work closely with Microsoft and key strategic partners to maximise opportunities and strengthen relationships.
 * Shape and execute go-to-market plans alongside Product, Sales, Marketing and Alliance teams.
 * Support complex opportunities by providing technical guidance, solution direction and commercial insight.
 * Build business cases, estimates and growth plans for Azure opportunities.
 * Represent Giacom at customer, partner and industry events as a subject matter expert.
 * Monitor performance against key growth, pipeline and revenue objectives.