Full job descriptionSystems & Cloud Engineer
We’re on the lookout for a highly technical Systems & Cloud Engineer who is excellent in managing cloud solutions and implementing design practices for a prestigious US law firm in the heart of the City. This hands-on technical role, will help architect, secure, and operate the firm’s Azure platform while maintaining critical hybrid infrastructure services.
*Salary to £70,000
*Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
*Free in-office lunch once a week
*Monthly £100 employee contribution
Systems & Cloud Engineer Key Responsibilities:
*Develop and deliver cloud infrastructure strategies that support business objectives across Azure, SaaS, and on-premises environments
*Design, implement, and maintain enterprise Azure landing zones, governance frameworks, networking, and multi-subscription architectures
*Deploy, manage, and optimise Azure IaaS and PaaS services, ensuring scalability, resilience, security, and operational excellence
*Lead cloud migration and modernisation initiatives, including assessment, planning, execution, and decommissioning of legacy infrastructure
*Design and support secure hybrid connectivity, networking, and identity services across Azure, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and on-premises environments
*Implement and maintain security, compliance, monitoring, and governance controls aligned with Zero Trust principles and organisational standards
*Provide technical leadership, escalation support, and operational oversight for core enterprise infrastructure, including VMware, Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP
*Drive infrastructure design, capacity planning, performance optimisation, root cause analysis, and continuous service improvement
*Participate in an on-call rota and collaborate across teams to maintain service availability and resolve critical incidents
Systems & Cloud Engineer Skills & Requirements:
*5+ years of hands-on experience designing, deploying, and operating Microsoft Azure in an enterprise environment
*Experience operating in a highly regulated environment (Legal or Financial Servies) is essential
*Infrastructure-as-Code and automation experience (Terraform and/or equivalent; PowerShell scripting)
*Experience supporting Microsoft 365 services; familiarity with Purview concepts (eDiscovery, retention) strongly preferred
*Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric and AI-enabled productivity/security concepts (e.g., Copilot)
*Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Terraform) preferred