Job Introduction
Job title: M365 Lead Developer
Salary: £48,474 - £53,577
Location: Cunard Building, Water Street, Liverpool L3 1AH
A bit about us:
Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.
Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.
We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, affordable housing, stunning waterfront and our beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!
Liverpool City Council is a forward-thinking local Government organisation dedicated to leveraging the latest technology to drive business success. We are seeking a talented and experienced Lead M365 Developer to join our dynamic DevOps team and lead the development of innovative Microsoft 365 solutions.
The ideal candidate will have Proven experience as a Lead M365 Developer or similar role. Have an In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and services. Have a strong expertise in Power Platform, including PowerApps, PowerAutomate, and PowerBI. with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to design complex solutions. Coupled with strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to stay updated with the latest M365 developments and trends.
The role:
- As the M365 Lead Developer will be required to lead the design, development, and implementation of Microsoft 365 solutions to enhance business processes and productivity
- In the role of M365 Lead Developer you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate M365 applications into existing systems.
- As a M365 Lead Developer you will customise and extend Teams, PowerBI, PowerAutomate, Dataverse, and other M365 components to optimise workflows
- In your role you will provide strategic advice on M365 development best practices and emerging trends.
- A M365 Lead Developer will mentor and guide developers and Junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
- Throughout your role as a M365 Lead Developer you will ensure all solutions adhere to security standards and best practices
Our offer to you:
- At least 31 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
- Agile working - A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception.
- Part of the Local Government Pension scheme – option to join the AVC scheme
- Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
- Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
- Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
- Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Employee Volunteering Scheme
- Medicash
Next steps:
Closing Date for this role is: Friday 1 November 2024.
If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact Dave Forshaw Head of Strategy and Design via email dave.forshaw@liverpool.gov.uk
Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk
Although we advertise on Jobs go public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.
We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.
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