Office 365 Migration Consultant

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This role is for an Office 365 Migration Consultant on a 3-month+ remote contract, paying "rate". Key skills include Office 365 expertise, PowerShell proficiency, and migration experience. A minimum of 2 years in Office 365 migrations is required.
🌎 - Country
United Kingdom
💱 - Currency
£ GBP
💰 - Day rate
Unknown
Unknown
🗓️ - Date discovered
April 16, 2025
🕒 - Project duration
3 to 6 months
🏝️ - Location type
Remote
📄 - Contract type
Inside IR35
🔒 - Security clearance
Unknown
📍 - Location detailed
London Area, United Kingdom
🧠 - Skills detailed
#Migration #Shell Scripting #Documentation #SharePoint #Scripting #Azure Active Directory #Computer Science #Security #Compliance #Azure #Consul #Automation
Role description

Seeking a Office 365 Migration Consultant on 3 months+ on going contract - Remote working - Inside Ir35

Job Title

Office 365 Migration Consultant

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Office 365 Migration Consultant to join our team and contribute immediately to active migration projects. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in executing successful Office 365 migrations and a strong command of PowerShell scripting for automation and administration. This role requires a proactive individual who can quickly integrate into delivery teams, ensuring seamless transitions to Office 365 while meeting project timelines and client expectations.

Responsibilities

   • Plan and Execute Migrations: Lead and perform Office 365 migration tasks, including hybrid and cutover migrations, user mailbox migrations, and data transfers.

   • PowerShell Automation: Utilize PowerShell scripting to automate migration processes, configure Office 365 services, and streamline administrative tasks.

   • Service Configuration: Set up and manage Office 365 components such as Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive for Business.

   • Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve migration-related issues to ensure minimal disruption to end users and business operations.

   • Collaboration: Work closely with project teams and stakeholders to align migration activities with business requirements and delivery schedules.

   • Documentation: Maintain detailed records of migration processes, configurations, and outcomes for reference and compliance.

   • Security Implementation: Configure basic security and compliance settings within Office 365 to meet organizational standards.

   • Rapid Onboarding: Jump into ongoing projects with minimal ramp-up time, taking ownership of assigned migration tasks.

Required Skills and Qualifications

   • Office 365 Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Office 365 migrations and administration, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams.

   • PowerShell Proficiency: Advanced skills in PowerShell scripting for Office 365 management, automation, and reporting.

   • Migration Experience: Proven track record of successfully executing Office 365 migrations, including hybrid and cutover scenarios, utilizing industry-standard tools and best practices.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

   • Azure AD Knowledge: Experience with Azure Active Directory, including identity synchronization and basic conditional access setup.

   • Additional Microsoft Tools: Familiarity with tools like Azure AD Connect, Intune, or Microsoft Endpoint Manager.

   • Certifications: Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert or similar.

   • Security Basics: Understanding of Office 365 security and compliance features.

Experience

   • Minimum Requirement: 2+ years of direct experience in planning and successfully executing Office 365 migration projects.

   • Delivery Focus: Demonstrated ability to contribute to migration delivery with immediate impact, handling multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Education

   • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

   • Alternative: Equivalent professional experience or relevant Microsoft certifications