Microsoft Platforms Practice Lead

The Practice Lead for Microsoft Platforms is responsible for leading the delivery excellence and commercial performance of Microsoft‑based solutions across our organisation, including Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Dynamics 365. The role combines technical leadership with outward‑facing responsibilities such as pre‑sales support, client engagement and ownership of departmental output targets.

Reasons to Join

• Industry Recognition: Work for an award‑winning company. TEKenable is a recognised Microsoft Business Applications Partner of the Year, a certified Great Place to Work® and has been included in the Deloitte Fast 50 for the last five consecutive years.
• Global Reach: Join a workforce of 200+ employees with operations in multiple countries, offering a broad perspective and international experience.
• Hybrid Work Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere in Ireland or the UK, providing a great work‑life balance.
• Diverse Technology Exposure: Work with Microsoft, Salesforce and low‑code platforms, enhancing your technical skills.
• Professional Growth: Mentor junior team members, expand your expertise in solution architecture and gain Microsoft certifications as part of your development.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values excellent communication, customer engagement and problem‑solving skills.
• Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse projects across various industry sectors for a stimulating work environment.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Remote working in Ireland or the UK, health insurance, flexible working hours and company trips.

Role responsibilities

• Own and deliver against the department’s output targets with the team.
• Support the department’s sales target through collaboration with the business development team.
• Shape proposals and respond to RFPs with business development and sales teams.
• Lead solution design and provide technical input during pre‑sales engagements.
• Represent our Microsoft practice in client meetings, pitches and industry events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, Microsoft and other strategic partners.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing and prospective accounts.
• Ensure client satisfaction and long‑term value through high‑impact solution delivery.
• Support the Operations Director to drive the Microsoft platforms strategy in alignment with organisational goals.
• Ensure technical governance, security and compliance across all Microsoft technologies.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert and escalation point for complex technical issues.
• Mentor and develop internal talent within our Microsoft practice and collaborate on performance reviews.
• Promote continuous learning and Microsoft certification across the team.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and accountability.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading Microsoft platform implementations (e.g., M365, Power Platform, Dynamics 365).
• Strong commercial acumen with pre‑sales and client‑facing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed delivery targets in a technical leadership role.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., Power Platform / Dynamics 365 Certifications, Power Platform Expert) are highly desirable.

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to Microsoft Azure and PaaS options, and how they can be utilised with Power Platform.
• Understanding of the wider Microsoft SaaS offerings (e.g., Business Central, F&O).

TEKenable’s culture is built upon the values of resilience, heartfelt service, continuous improvement and insatiable curiosity. Candidates should demonstrate how they have applied these values in previous roles and how they will contribute to them.

At TEKenable we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, disability, sexual orientation, generation, ethnicity, religion, family or parental status, neurodiversity or belief.

Hiring Process

Once selected, a talent acquisition manager will contact you for a short pre‑screening call. The interview process has 2‑3 stages, all conducted remotely via video calls and scheduled to fit your availability.

Benefits

• Sustainability: Work from anywhere in Ireland or the UK, reducing commute time and contributing to a lower carbon footprint.
• Equipment: We provide a laptop and any other equipment you need.
• Flexible working hours: Once approved by line management, employees can enjoy flexibility around core business hours Monday to Friday.
• Health Insurance: A comprehensive health insurance stipend is available.
• Pension Scheme: A supportive employee pension scheme helps you build a secure future.
• Company trips: We often get together for activities in Ireland.

TEKenable has been named Technology Business of the Year, included in the Deloitte Fast 50 for five consecutive years and has won the Deloitte Impact award. We are certified as a Great Place to Work and operate in Ireland, the UK, Hungary, Spain and UAE across Financial Services, Healthcare, Agri‑Food and the Public Sector.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Other
• IT Services and IT Consulting