Microsoft Digital Productivity Analyst

SUMMARY:
Job Overview One of the big 10 law firms in South Africa is looking to fill this position.

POSITION INFO:

My client is beginning an exciting transformation program to migrate to a modern IT landscape and are searching for an individual experienced in Microsoft enterprise platforms, particularly large scale project design and implementation of Microsoft technologies with a focus on Microsoft 365 and Teams.

The incumbent will report to the Head of Digital productivity.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide Microsoft 365 subject matter expertise by maintaining a thorough understanding of existing and emerging Microsoft and related core technologies to the company and drive its strategic office collaboration, modernization, and productivity roadmap initiatives.
• Support technical and program teams to translate requirements into solution designs.
• From approved design, build solutions using PowerApps, Teams, SharePoint and other Microsoft tools.
• Develop concise and accurate documentation including design plans, implementation guides, knowledge guides, and standard operating procedures
• Support the PM in development and maintenance of Project Plans and Schedules, Test Plans, and Acceptance Criteria for the implementation of services and capabilities of Microsoft 365.
• Provide support and guidance of Microsoft 365 features and functionality (Microsoft Teams, , Planner, PowerApps, Azure functions, etc.)
• Work with the global Digital productivity team and IT shared services Team to ensure that global solutions align with global standards.
• Follow ITIL process to transition solutions as services.
• Package solutions to be easily reusable for other regions (or something else),.. Leverage expertise from other regions, and vice versa.
• Experience in creation and implementation of governance (naming conventions, policies, retention, etc.).

Required Education
Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work experience.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years overall IT systems experience with 3 to 5 years as an Microsoft solution specialist.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 Platform, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, Security & Compliance Center, and OneDrive for Business.
• In-depth knowledge of Authorization & Authentication in Microsoft hybrid environment and experience with Azure AD including Single Sign On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
• Experience with PowerShell for managing Microsoft 365 environment.
• A clear track record of application hands on design and development using Microsoft toolsets and platforms will be required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft licensing, features, and policy management.
• Good understanding of the Microsoft 365 roadmaps and future changes for productivity tools to ensure a smooth introduction and implementation within the company
• Experience in developing technical solutions using the Microsoft 365 Suite.

Other skills required

• Experience of working on both Agile and Waterfall project delivery
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong documentation skills
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams
• Strong time management skills
• Experience leading training and support handoff

Desired Skills:

• Microsoft 365 Platform
• Exchange Online
• Sharepoint Online
• Azure AD
• Powerwshell

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