Our client is currently recruiting for a Solutions Architect on a 6 month contract basis to work as part of an ongoing Microsoft cloud first transformation programme.The Solutions Architect will have experience of designing solutions and architectural expertise across Azure Infrastructure, Microsoft Purview, M365 collaboration tools and Dynamics Platforms.This is a 6 month contract looking to pay up to 700 per day inside of IR35. The Solutions Architect will be required to be on site 2 days per week.Key Responsibilities and Experience for the Solutions Architect Architect and guide the implementation of Azure Infrastructure solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with enterprise architecture.Define and govern data governance and compliance strategies using Microsoft Purview, integrating with broader data architecture.Lead architectural design and integration of M365 collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange) to support modern workplace initiatives.Provide architectural oversight for Dynamics 365 platforms, including Finance, Operations, Sales, and Customer Service, ensuring alignment with business processes and regulatory requirementSolid understanding of ALM methodologies in Azure DevOps/GIThub including repositories, pipelines, and test (D365/Power platform/integration is beneficial)Will have been involved in the complete project cycle of a number of significant IT change projectsSolid experience of architecture frameworks, reference models