Azure AI Solution Architect - Consultancy

Are you an experienced Azure AI Solution Architect looking for your next contract role? 

Join one of the world's leading IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization. Founded in 1968, the company consistently ranks among the top global IT service providers. With a presence in over 50 countries, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality technology services across industries including banking, healthcare, telecommunications, and retail. 

The company is seeking a highly skilled Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of an AI-powered sentiment analysis and reporting platform. This 6-month contract (with strong potential for extension) requires a hybrid working model, with regular presence in Wokingham.

The successful candidate will drive the architectural vision for a cutting-edge platform powered by Azure OpenAI, enabling the organisation to capture, analyse, and act on stakeholder sentiment across multiple channels. This is a strategic role with significant visibility and impact.

Contracting at its best – innovation, flexibility, and real enterprise value. If you're a Solutions Architect ready to make a difference, get in touch today to learn more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Create an end-to-end AI-driven solution using Azure OpenAI for sentiment analysis, feedback capture, and multi-source integration.
• Connect systems like Salesforce, BI tools, CSAT scores, and media inputs into a unified, scalable architecture.
• Implement secure and compliant data capture/storage mechanisms with traceability and auditability.
• Develop dashboards, search/filtering features, and auto-generated reports to surface key stakeholder insights.
• Use AI to automate data analysis processes and deliver actionable insights to support decision-making.

What You Will Ideally Bring:

• Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing AI capabilities on Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency in integrating data from CRMs, analytics tools, and unstructured sources like emails or transcripts.
• Ability to build scalable, secure, and modular architectures aligned with enterprise standards.
• Deep understanding of data privacy laws, audit trails, and compliance frameworks (eg, GDPR, ISO).
• Experience with data visualization platforms like Power BI or Tableau for actionable, user-friendly reporting.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 6 months (with view for extension)
• Location: hybrid in Wokingham
• Rate: Up to £625 per day Inside IR35