Technical Senior Consultant – Microsoft in Stoke-on-Trent

Overview

BearingPoint is one of Europe's leading independent, partner-led business and technology consultancies. We are recognised as a highly regarded strategic partner for our clients. We are proud to operate as a "boutique-style" cohort of inspired and passionate experts in our field, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and customer success.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Consultant to join our growing UK Microsoft team. This role is focused on the implementation and delivery of Microsoft solutions, particularly across Copilot and the Power Platform, while also contributing to client workshops and pre-sales support.

As a trusted advisor to our clients, you will play a key role in turning business needs into tangible technology outcomes—leveraging Copilot, Power Platform, Azure, and other Microsoft ecosystem applications and tools. Globally, Microsoft is one of our fastest growing offerings and we are excited to onboard new individuals to our UK practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement: Collaborate with clients to gather requirements, understand business processes, and contribute to solution design leveraging Microsoft technologies.
• Solution Implementation: Configure and implement Microsoft ecosystem solutions in line with functional specifications and best practices.
• Hands-On Delivery: Be hands-on in building, testing, and deploying solutions, ensuring high-quality and on-time delivery.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with technical architects, project and product managers, and business stakeholders to ensure technical alignment with overall architecture.
• AI and Automation Enablement: Support the integration of AI-driven features and automation using Copilot and Azure AI services.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders, managing expectations and presenting solution progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Documentation & Handovers: Produce clear technical documentation, user guides, and support handovers to ensure maintainability and smooth client adoption.
• Pre-Sales Support: Assist in pre-sales activities such as preparing demos, participating in workshops, and contributing to proposals and estimations.
• Innovation & R&D: Stay up to date with Microsoft technology advancements, continuously improving personal capabilities and contributing to internal knowledge sharing.

Professional Experience / Skills

• Proven experience delivering Microsoft solutions, with a working knowledge of Copilot and Power Platform, along with an understanding of the broader Microsoft ecosystem, including Dynamics 365 (ERP/CRM), Azure, and data management platforms.
• Solid understanding of solution design principles and software delivery best practices, ideally in cloud-first environments, as well as general governance and data security considerations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable engaging with both technical and business stakeholders, and able to translate business requirements into functional specs.
• Experience working in fast-paced project delivery teams, preferably in a consulting or client-facing role, with a proactive attitude and ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Contribution to pre-sales efforts including client workshops, proposition building, technical proposals, lead generation, and bid support.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Power Platform Functional Consultant, Azure Fundamentals, etc.) are beneficial.

Why work for us?

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, discretionary bonus scheme, pension scheme, medical and dental cover, subsidised gym membership and access to our employee assistance programme.
• Structured Growth: Extensive learning and training opportunities, mentorship programmes, and leadership development tracks.
• Clear Progression: Career development is a strategic priority, with investment in personal goals and performance-linked reviews.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Employees are encouraged to innovate and lead, contributing to meaningful client outcomes.
• Purpose-Driven: Guided by the motto "Together we are more than business," the culture is built on trust, openness, and empowerment.

Diversity

BearingPoint is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels they belong. Fostering a work environment with a strong sense of community and where everyone can thrive is a core pillar of our business. We are focused on attracting and retaining the best people with the right skills and the desire to deliver excellent results, regardless of background. In return, we will provide a working environment in which everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential, where their talents are fully utilised and company goals are met. We celebrate the strength that comes from our similarities and our differences through local initiatives which promote inclusion, outreach, and respect.

If you need any accommodations at either application, screening or interview stages please do not hesitate to reach out via our career's website.