Luton Borough
Luton, Bedfordshire
About the job Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent We are looking for a Lead M365 Analyst - SharePoint to join our Digital, Data and Technology service at Luton Council. This is an important role within our Technology and Infrastructure capability, helping us provide secure, resilient and effective Microsoft 365 services that support colleagues across the council and contribute to better outcomes for residents. You will provide specialist technical support for our Microsoft 365 infrastructure and cloud environment, with a particular focus on SharePoint. Working with internal technical teams, project colleagues, service areas and external partners, you will help understand, document and deliver requirements for robust, repeatable and value for money technical outcomes. The role will be central to the ongoing administration, configuration and improvement of SharePoint and related M365 services. You will help ensure platforms are well managed, secure, supportable and aligned with the council's technical architecture standards and information management needs. Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About you You will be an experienced technology professional with a strong understanding of Microsoft 365 and SharePoint administration. You will be confident working across technical and non technical audiences, able to explain complex issues clearly and support colleagues to make informed decisions. You will bring a practical, service focused approach to problem solving, with the ability to work accurately, manage priorities and deliver outcomes with limited supervision. You will also be comfortable working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, building trusted relationships that help the council get the best from its technology investment. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate experience of supporting Microsoft 365 solutions, applying ITIL based ways of working, contributing to secure and well governed technical environments, and using technology to improve reliability, productivity and user experience. About us Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision- that no one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough. Application Process On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. Benefits From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 19.2 per cent (at April 2026) and 3x salary death in service grant Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part time hours and alternative working patterns Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel
About the job Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent We are looking for a Lead M365 Analyst - SharePoint to join our Digital, Data and Technology service at Luton Council. This is an important role within our Technology and Infrastructure capability, helping us provide secure, resilient and effective Microsoft 365 services that support colleagues across the council and contribute to better outcomes for residents. You will provide specialist technical support for our Microsoft 365 infrastructure and cloud environment, with a particular focus on SharePoint. Working with internal technical teams, project colleagues, service areas and external partners, you will help understand, document and deliver requirements for robust, repeatable and value for money technical outcomes. The role will be central to the ongoing administration, configuration and improvement of SharePoint and related M365 services. You will help ensure platforms are well managed, secure, supportable and aligned with the council's technical architecture standards and information management needs. Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About you You will be an experienced technology professional with a strong understanding of Microsoft 365 and SharePoint administration. You will be confident working across technical and non technical audiences, able to explain complex issues clearly and support colleagues to make informed decisions. You will bring a practical, service focused approach to problem solving, with the ability to work accurately, manage priorities and deliver outcomes with limited supervision. You will also be comfortable working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, building trusted relationships that help the council get the best from its technology investment. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate experience of supporting Microsoft 365 solutions, applying ITIL based ways of working, contributing to secure and well governed technical environments, and using technology to improve reliability, productivity and user experience. About us Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision- that no one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough. Application Process On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. Benefits From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 19.2 per cent (at April 2026) and 3x salary death in service grant Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part time hours and alternative working patterns Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel