Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant - 50,000/ 55,000 - Scunthorpe Principal IT are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Managed Service Provider in the recruitment of a Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant. This is a senior, client-facing consultancy position suited to an experienced Microsoft cloud and infrastructure specialist who thrives in complex project environments. The role will see you leading multi-site enterprise deployments, acting as a trusted technical advisor to senior stakeholders, and shaping long-term cloud strategy for key customers. Our client delivers high-quality Microsoft-led infrastructure solutions and is seeking someone who can operate at architectural level while maintaining hands-on technical capability. The Role As a Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant, you will: - Lead the technical delivery of complex, multi-phase Microsoft infrastructure and Azure cloud projects.
- Act as the primary technical advisor for enterprise clients.
- Design, architect, and implement secure, scalable solutions aligned to business objectives.
- Provide escalation support for high-level technical challenges.
- Work closely with Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Engage with C-suite stakeholders and translate technical solutions into business outcomes.
- Mentor junior consultants and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of projects and influencing strategic decisions across client environments. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery & Architecture - Design and deploy Microsoft-based solutions across Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, networking, and security.
- Lead multi-site deployments supporting 100+ user environments.
- Conduct infrastructure assessments and site surveys.
- Own solution architecture and provide alternative design approaches where required.
- Ensure security, scalability, and best practice compliance.
Stakeholder Engagement - Engage with senior client stakeholders including C-suite.
- Provide strategic guidance and technical recommendations.
- Communicate risks, project milestones, and business impact clearly.
Project Governance - Collaborate with IT Project Managers on resource planning and delivery.
- Produce and maintain project documentation including:
- Work plans
- Risk assessments
- Dependencies
- Downtime planning
- Technical designs
- Push back where deliverables are not technically viable.
Continuous Improvement - Identify automation and tooling opportunities.
- Improve delivery efficiency within Professional Services.
- Contribute to product portfolio development.
- Support knowledge sharing and mentoring initiatives.
Measurable Outcomes - On-time project delivery
- Delivery within agreed budgets
- High client satisfaction scores
- Seamless, high-quality implementations
- Strong documentation standards
- Contribution to process improvement and revenue initiatives
Required Experience - 5+ years' experience in an MSP or IT consultancy environment
- Proven experience delivering complex Microsoft cloud and infrastructure projects
- Strong background in solution architecture and enterprise environments
- Experience working directly with senior stakeholders
- Commercial awareness and client-facing consultancy skills
Technical Skills & Certifications Strong expertise across: - Microsoft 365
- Azure Infrastructure
- Windows Server
- Networking & Security best practices
- Enterprise cloud architecture
Desirable / Expected Certifications (or equivalent experience): - MD-102 (Endpoint Administrator)
- MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator)
- SC-100 (Cybersecurity Architect)
- SC-300 (Identity & Access Administrator)
- AZ-104 (Azure Administrator)
- AZ-305 (Azure Infrastructure Solutions Architect)
Essential Requirements - Right to work in the UK
- Full UK Driving License
- Ability to travel to client sites when required
Who This Role Would Suit This opportunity would suit a: - Senior Infrastructure Engineer stepping into a strategic consultancy role
- Azure Architect within an MSP seeking greater ownership
- Technical Lead who enjoys stakeholder engagement and architectural design
About the Client Our client is a respected and growing MSP with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Microsoft-led solutions. They pride themselves on technical excellence, professional standards, and long-term client partnerships. They offer a collaborative environment, clear progression opportunities, and exposure to complex enterprise-level projects. If you would like a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Principal IT. INDGH  | 
