Job Description

Take ownership of a business-critical SharePoint platform and shape its future strategy in a complex enterprise environment.

Our Client has a requirement for a SharePoint Administrator, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Culham, on a hybrid basis (3 days on-site).

Role Purpose:

Develop and implement a medium-to-long-term SharePoint strategy aligned with business needs

Ensure effective planning, deployment, and optimisation of the SharePoint platform

Support the transition of SharePoint services into a stable “business as usual” (BAU) environment

Produce and manage technical documentation including architecture, design frameworks, and governance standards

Job Role Responsibilities:

Collaborate with IT and SharePoint teams to align with organisational standards and best practices

Design, implement and maintain SharePoint architecture for current and future requirements

Install, configure and upgrade SharePoint environments across on-premise and cloud platforms

Manage user accounts, permissions, and security controls

Develop and maintain content databases and site collections

Support the deployment of custom SharePoint solutions alongside development teams

Provide technical support and troubleshoot end-user and system issues

Monitor system performance, capacity, and security, ensuring high availability

Plan and manage backup and disaster recovery processes

Produce clear documentation including policies, procedures, and user guidance

Deliver training and support to end-users and internal stakeholders

Work closely with wider IT functions to resolve integration and infrastructure issues

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent practical experience

Strong experience administering SharePoint (Server and/or Online)

Solid understanding of SharePoint architecture including sites, libraries, workflows, and permissions

Experience working within Microsoft 365 (Teams, OneDrive, Power Automate)

PowerShell scripting for administration and automation

Knowledge of SharePoint security, governance, and compliance

Experience with backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes

Ability to monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise system performance

Experience managing document libraries and enterprise content systems

Familiarity with both cloud and on-premise environments

Basic knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) – desirable

Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.

We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for SharePoint Administrators looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included