M365 Archiitect

About the Assignment

Ascendis Pharma is looking for an experienced M365 Architect Consultant to join the Storage & Collaboration team.

In this role, you will be responsible for architecting, managing, and scaling the organization's Microsoft 365 collaboration and storage platforms. You will play a key role in evaluating the current environment, strengthening governance and security frameworks, and driving the adoption of modern workplace solutions.

This is a hands-on role that combines strategic architecture responsibilities with operational support, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Microsoft 365 solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor, bridging business requirements and technical capabilities.
• Define, document, and implement a comprehensive M365 governance model.
• Review existing solutions and establish future-state architectures with a strong focus on:User Management
  Data Security
  Retention Policies
  Backup & Recovery
  Compliance and Regulatory Requirements
  
• Drive Microsoft 365 security best practices, including Purview, Microsoft Defender, and Information Protection.
• Facilitate workshops with both technical and business stakeholders.
• Support adoption and readiness initiatives across the Microsoft 365 platform.
• Plan and execute tenant-to-tenant migrations.
• Provide expert guidance on Microsoft 365 solutions and best practices.
• Contribute to daily operations, support activities, and platform optimization efforts.

Required Skills & Experience

Microsoft 365 Expertise

Strong hands-on experience with:

• SharePoint Online
• Microsoft Teams
• OneDrive
• Exchange Online
• Microsoft Purview
• Microsoft Copilot
• Azure File Share & Data Archive
• Azure DevOps

Governance, Security & Compliance

• M365 Governance Frameworks
• Information Protection
• Compliance & Regulatory Requirements
• Data Lifecycle Management
• Retention & Records Management
• Identity & Access Management
• Security Architecture and Best Practices

Automation & Scripting

• PnP PowerShell
• Power Automate
• Automation of Microsoft 365 processes and workflows
• Process optimization and operational efficiency improvements

Preferred Experience

• 6-9 years of relevant experience within Microsoft 365 Architecture.
• Experience from a regulated industry such as pharmaceuticals.
• Knowledge of ITIL principles and service management processes.
• Experience with ServiceNow and DevOps practices.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including SOPs, user guides, and requirements documentation.

Personal Profile

We are looking for a highly self-driven consultant who takes ownership and thrives in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a strong growth mindset and a proactive approach.
• Combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Communicates complex technical concepts in a clear and business-friendly way.
• Builds strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization.
• Demonstrates a service-oriented mindset and acts as an ambassador for best practices and governance standards.

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications are considered a strong advantage:

• Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Copilot Administration Certification

If you are an experienced M365 Architect looking for a long-term opportunity where you can influence both strategy and execution within a modern Microsoft environment, we would love to hear from you.