Senior Microsoft 365 & Automation Engineer

SLAB is investing in modern technologies including Microsoft 365, Copilot AI and automation to transform how we work. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Digital Services department in a newly created role to help maximise the value of these investments by driving adoption, identifying opportunities for process improvement and supporting the use of technology to deliver more efficient and effective services.Working closely with technical teams and business areas, you will champion innovation, simplify ways of working and help staff make the most of the digital tools available to them.Key responsibilities include:digital workplace and technology optimisationAI, automation and process improvementadoption, engagement and benefitsgovernance and assurance infrastructure engineeringleadership and delivery.To succeed in this role, you will need:hands-on experience delivering, administering and enhancing Microsoft 365 servicesstrong understanding of digital workplace technologies and how they improve collaboration, productivity and user experiencedemonstrable experience with Power Platform technologies, including Power Automate and Power Appsdemonstrable experience configuring, administering and supporting Microsoft 365 and Power Platform solutionsunderstanding of information governance, security and data protection principlesproven ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders to identify needs and deliver outcomesstrong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.What we offer is:a meaningful role where your work makes a real impacta supportive, inclusive and values-driven working environmentopportunities for learning and professional developmentflexible working to support a healthy work-life balancea competitive salary and benefits package, including pension contributionsgenerous annual leave entitlement (34 days, rising to 42 days after two years’ service)enhanced family-friendly leave entitlementsaccess to wellbeing support, mental health support and an employee assistance programmeaccess to a wide range of discounts (including gym and retail) and the Cycle to Work scheme through our partner, Edenred.For more details about this role and a full list of essential criteria and required competencies, please see the Job Description. For assistance, please email People@slab.org.uk. Completed applications should be returned by Tuesday 17 November (23:55).