Job Description

IT Systems Administrator


Bolton


30,000


About The Role


Love Business are looking for a talented IT Systems Administrator to help us continue building a secure, modern, and cloud-first technology environment.


If you're passionate about Microsoft Cloud technologies, modern endpoint management, and delivering brilliant user experiences, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a fast-paced, award-winning organisation.


Working closely with the CTO and wider IT team, you'll support our internal teams and remote users across the UK, ensuring our systems are secure, reliable, and optimised for productivity.


What You Can Expect to Be Doing


Modern Identity & Access Management


Manage and optimise Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including Conditional Access and identity protection.
Support automated onboarding and offboarding using cloud-native lifecycle workflows.


Device & Endpoint Management


Configure and maintain Windows 11 devices using Microsoft Intune.
Manage compliance policies, device configurations, Autopilot deployments, and update rings.


Security & Threat Protection


Administer the Microsoft Defender XDR suite (Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps).
Monitor alerts and contribute to continuous security improvements using Zero Trust principles. Experience with Cloudflare would be advantageous, but not essential.


Microsoft 365 & Collaboration Tools


Support and administer Microsoft 365, including Teams, SharePoint, Exchange Online, OneDrive.
Assist with RingCentral telephony


Support & Service Excellence


Provide friendly, effective 1st and 2nd line technical support for users onsite and remotely.
Deliver guidance and documentation to help users make the most of our modern workplace tools.


Automation & Continuous Improvement


Use PowerShell to automate routine tasks and drive operational efficiency.
Evaluate new cloud features and help shape the future of our IT environment.


A Bit About You


Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID, Defender, and Windows 11


Good understanding of Zero Trust, MFA, Conditional Access, and cloud-first architectures


Experience with PowerShell and task automation


Strong troubleshooting skills and a proactive, positive attitude


Excellent communication and customer-focused mindset


Keen interest in emerging Microsoft Cloud technologies and modern IT practices


Bonus points for:


Experience with Azure fundamentals
Knowledge of cloud-native networking
Familiarity with M365 backup solutions


Why Join Love?


Our Teammates are the heart and soul of our business, and every single person has an important part to play in driving our success. We firmly believe that happy Teammates result in happy customers, so we like to have a little fun along the way.


You'll be part of a vibrant, supportive culture where technology is valued as a true driver of innovation, and where people are encouraged to bring ideas, creativity, and energy to everything they do.


You'll have opportunities to grow your skills and take ownership of modern, cloud-native solutions, working hands-on with the latest Microsoft technologies while helping to shape our cloud-first roadmap. As an award-winning business, we're proud to invest in our people and support their long-term development.


Take a Peek at Some of Our Benefits!


Healthcare package, including an Employee Assistance Programme
25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days, plus bank holidays
Sociable and flexible working hours
Exciting social events including themed celebrations and parties, charity functions and conferences
Regular incentives and rewards
A secure future through our Pension plan
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity package
Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding up to 300!
On site gym
Onsite cafe
Free parking
Cycle to work Scheme


Should you require any additional support during the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact us so we can assist you.
If you haven't received a phone call or an invitation to interview after two to three weeks, unfortunately you haven't been successful on this occasion.


Work Location: In person