Azure Cloud Architect

Are you an Azure Cloud Architect with a background working in enterprise scale environments? Have you worked in mature cloud-native landscapes and have a solid view of "what good looks like" from a Cloud strategy? If so, apply for this very exciting new opportunity in central London.

This contract will initially run until the end of March but will be extended. The programme will run for at least the next 2-3 years. The contract will be Inside IR35 and you will need to be in the central London office 3 days per week.

The successful Azure Cloud Architect will join an instantly recognisable household name at an unprecedented period of modernisation. The Cloud strategy is currently in its infancy, and this role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced Azure Cloud Architect to join at the ground level and play a pivotal role in shaping a best-in-class, in-house Cloud Architecture and Engineering function.

Key to this role will be the Azure Cloud Architect's ability to build relationships and to establish frameworks, guidelines and technical toolkits which meet needs from across the organisation. It is a multi-cloud environment, but strong Azure experience is essential for this role.

The Role

As an Azure Cloud Architect, you will:

• Design, implement, and evolve cloud solutions with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure within a multi-cloud environment.
• Engage with senior stakeholders across the business, providing clear technical direction and building trusted relationships.
• Contribute to the establishment of cloud governance, best practices, and architectural standards.
• Act as a key influencer in developing a cloud-first culture, ensuring scalability, resilience, and security across solutions.
• Work closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality, future-proof architectures.

Key Requirements

• Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud-native architecture and services.
• Experience working within multi-cloud environments (AWS, GCP desirable but not essential).
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, able to operate confidently at all levels of the organisation.
• Background in shaping cloud roadmaps and architecture frameworks in complex enterprise environments.
• Knowledge of cloud security, governance, and compliance best practices.

What's on Offer

• The chance to join a high-profile, long-term transformation programme from the very start.
• Work with a globally recognised brand on the journey to building a world-class in-house cloud capability.
• Hybrid working model: 3 days onsite in Central London.
• Initial 6-month contract (to end March 2026, with extensions expected over 2-3 years)
• Flexible rate - expected to be in the range of £700-900 per day, inside IR35

To find out more, please apply online and I will be in touch to discuss.