Cloud & Platform Engineering Advisory Lead

We're seeking a Cloud & Platform Engineering Advisory Lead who is passionate about solving realworld challenges through technology. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders-both internally and across major client organisations to shape cloud strategy, architect scalable and secure solutions, and influence innovative transformation programmes.

Cloud & Platform Engineering Advisory Lead

Location: Bases UK-Wide
Organisation: Leading IT Consulting Business & Leading Global Cloud Partner!
Working Model: Hybrid (office, client site, and home)
Salary: £120,000 - £140,000 base salary + benefits, perks, healthcare options + 10% bonus

About the Opportunity

The infrastructure and cloud landscape is evolving rapidly as organisations pursue greater standardisation, automation, and strategic guidance on their digital journeys. This role sits within a leading Cloud Infrastructure Services practice, working at the forefront of industry transformation and helping clients simplify complexity with clarity, creativity, and confidence.

We're seeking a Cloud & Platform Engineering Advisory Lead who is passionate about solving real-world challenges through technology. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Senior Leaders (including CxOs) to advise on major transformation programmes and complex cloud/platform engineering initiatives.
• Drive growth by shaping compelling technology solutions and competitive cloud propositions.
• Build and nurture long-term strategic relationships with both clients and internal teams.
• Design innovative, practical solutions rooted in strong technical expertise and a problem-solving mindset.
• Represent the advisory function in strategic forums and contribute to thought leadership.
• Collaborate across diverse technical teams, supporting knowledge-sharing, mentoring, and continuous learning.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong experience designing and implementing cloud solutions using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (certifications advantageous).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Solid understanding of cloud strategy, platform engineering, and operating models, with hands-on expertise in areas such as:
• Automation
• Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
• FinOps
• Proven ability to translate business needs into scalable, user-focused cloud solutions.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team-empowerment skills.
• A growth mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Security Clearance Requirements

To be appointed to this position, you must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance, which includes:

• Continuous UK residency for the last 5 years
• Eligibility based on nationality and immigration status
• Employment history checks
• An unspent criminal record (DBS) check

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