Pre-Sales Consultant

Location : Manchester Role Overview: My client is seeking an experienced Pre-Sales Consultant to join our team in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 platforms, and will play a critical role in bridging the gap between our sales and technical teams, working closely with clients to understand their business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement : Collaborate with the sales team to engage with prospective clients, understand their business needs, and identify the best cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 technologies. Solution Design : Create high-level solution designs, proposals, and presentations that align with customer requirements and best practices within the Azure and Microsoft 365 ecosystems. Technical Expertise : Act as a subject matter expert in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, providing technical guidance and demonstrating the value of these platforms to customers. Product Demonstrations : Conduct product demonstrations, showcasing Azure and Microsoft 365 solutions, and how they can solve business challenges. Proposal Development : Assist in the development of detailed solution proposals, working closely with the sales and technical delivery teams to ensure feasibility and alignment with client needs. Collaboration : Work with internal teams (sales, engineering, delivery) to ensure a smooth handover from pre-sales to implementation, maintaining customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. Market Awareness : Stay up to date on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 trends, competitive products, and evolving technologies to offer innovative solutions to clients. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a Pre-Sales Consultant or similar role. Technical proficiency in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, with a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, productivity solutions, and security offerings. Experience in designing and proposing Azure and 365 solutions for business clients, including hybrid cloud setups. Ability to articulate technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong presentation and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple engagements and proposals concurrently. A passion for technology and an eagerness to stay ahead of industry trends. Desirable Qualifications: Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate. Experience working in the Managed Services Provider (MSP) sector or IT consulting. Familiarity with other cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) is a plus but not required. What We Offer: Competitive and performance-based incentives . Professional development opportunities, including access to training and certification programs. A collaborative, innovative environment where your input makes a difference. Hybrid working options available. TPBN1_UKTJ