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M365 Engineer
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- Northampton
- Permanent
- Full Time
Job Description
As a M365 Engineer at Howdens, you'll play a key role in shaping and evolving the digital workplace experience for thousands of users.
Working within our Modern Workplace team, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting modern workplace technologies, with a strong focus on the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and telephony. From enabling collaboration and productivity through Teams, SharePoint Online and OneDrive, to PowerApps, Power automate, Copilot and Copilot Agents you'll help ensure our technology landscape remains modern, secure and user-focused.
This is a full time, permanent opportunity offering the flexibility to work onsite at least 2 days per week at our Brackmills office in Northampton.
You'll work closely with architects, analysts and infrastructure teams to deliver technical projects, drive automation initiatives, improve operational efficiency and support business-critical services.
Key responsibilities include:
Designing, building and maintaining Microsoft 365 solutions including Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, OneDrive, Viva Copilot and Power
Leading technical improvements that enhance collaboration, productivity and user experience
Developing automation solutions using PowerAutomate, PowerShell, Graph API and related technologies
Supporting Microsoft 365 migrations, deployments and integrations
Monitoring service performance and proactively identifying opportunities for optimisation
Working with security teams to maintain compliance, governance and information protection standards
Managing incidents, service requests and changes in line with ITIL best practice
Producing technical documentation, knowledge articles and support materials
Keeping ahead of Microsoft's roadmap and evaluating emerging technologies, including Copilot and AI-powered workplace solutions
Supporting and mentoring colleagues within the wider team
What we need from you
We're looking for a technically capable and proactive engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and delivering innovative workplace solutions.
You'll have:
Strong experience administering and supporting Microsoft 365 technologies
Excellent knowledge of Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive and Exchange Online, telephony
Experience developing automation scripts using PowerShell
A track record of successfully delivering infrastructure or workplace technology projects
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across modern workplace platforms
Experience working within service management frameworks such as ITIL
The ability to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
A passion for continuous improvement and service optimisation
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
It would be advantageous if you also have:
Microsoft certifications such as MS-700 or MS-102
Experience with Microsoft Graph API
Experience implementing automation and process improvements at scale
Knowledge of Microsoft security, compliance and governance tooling
Exposure to Copilot, Viva Suite or other modern workplace technologies
What we can offer you:
Competitive salary and annual company bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa £2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For .
How to apply
We're building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we're keen to hear from you.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Why join us?
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of workplace technology within a growing FTSE-listed business. You'll have the chance to work with some of Microsoft's latest technologies, influence digital transformation initiatives, and play a key role in delivering a modern, secure and collaborative employee experience across the organisation.
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
#LI-HG1 #CVL #INDTECH #Reed
Working within our Modern Workplace team, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting modern workplace technologies, with a strong focus on the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and telephony. From enabling collaboration and productivity through Teams, SharePoint Online and OneDrive, to PowerApps, Power automate, Copilot and Copilot Agents you'll help ensure our technology landscape remains modern, secure and user-focused.
This is a full time, permanent opportunity offering the flexibility to work onsite at least 2 days per week at our Brackmills office in Northampton.
You'll work closely with architects, analysts and infrastructure teams to deliver technical projects, drive automation initiatives, improve operational efficiency and support business-critical services.
Key responsibilities include:
Designing, building and maintaining Microsoft 365 solutions including Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, OneDrive, Viva Copilot and Power
Leading technical improvements that enhance collaboration, productivity and user experience
Developing automation solutions using PowerAutomate, PowerShell, Graph API and related technologies
Supporting Microsoft 365 migrations, deployments and integrations
Monitoring service performance and proactively identifying opportunities for optimisation
Working with security teams to maintain compliance, governance and information protection standards
Managing incidents, service requests and changes in line with ITIL best practice
Producing technical documentation, knowledge articles and support materials
Keeping ahead of Microsoft's roadmap and evaluating emerging technologies, including Copilot and AI-powered workplace solutions
Supporting and mentoring colleagues within the wider team
What we need from you
We're looking for a technically capable and proactive engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and delivering innovative workplace solutions.
You'll have:
Strong experience administering and supporting Microsoft 365 technologies
Excellent knowledge of Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive and Exchange Online, telephony
Experience developing automation scripts using PowerShell
A track record of successfully delivering infrastructure or workplace technology projects
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across modern workplace platforms
Experience working within service management frameworks such as ITIL
The ability to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
A passion for continuous improvement and service optimisation
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
It would be advantageous if you also have:
Microsoft certifications such as MS-700 or MS-102
Experience with Microsoft Graph API
Experience implementing automation and process improvements at scale
Knowledge of Microsoft security, compliance and governance tooling
Exposure to Copilot, Viva Suite or other modern workplace technologies
What we can offer you:
Competitive salary and annual company bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa £2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For .
How to apply
We're building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we're keen to hear from you.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Why join us?
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of workplace technology within a growing FTSE-listed business. You'll have the chance to work with some of Microsoft's latest technologies, influence digital transformation initiatives, and play a key role in delivering a modern, secure and collaborative employee experience across the organisation.
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
#LI-HG1 #CVL #INDTECH #Reed