The University of Manchester
Microsoft Purview Specialist
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Microsoft Purview Specialist (Grade 7)
University of Manchester | Hybrid Working
Shape how one of the UK’s leading universities protects and uses its data
We’re looking for a Microsoft Purview Specialist to play a key role in securing and governing our Microsoft 365 data environment.
This is an opportunity to work at scale – supporting world-class research and education – while helping the University balance innovation, collaboration and compliance.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the design and delivery of Microsoft Purview solutions across Microsoft 365
- Implement data protection controls including Information Protection, DLP and retention policies
- Partner with IT, Information Governance and research teams to enable secure, compliant data use
- Own and evolve our Purview roadmap, ensuring continuous improvement and adoption
- Support risk monitoring, investigations and regulatory compliance (e.g. GDPR, FOI, SAR)
About You
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- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview and M365 security/compliance tooling
- Understanding of data governance and regulatory frameworks
- Ability to strike the right balance between security, usability and productivity
- Experience in complex environments (e.g. higher education, research or enterprise)
Why join us?
- Work on enterprise-scale data governance in a globally recognised University
- Be part of a forward-thinking Digital Workplace team
- Help shape the future of AI, Microsoft 365 and secure collaboration
- Hybrid working with strong flexibility and support
Our benefits include:
- Generous employer contribution pension
- 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
- Ride to work and EV car scheme available
For more information, please see University of Manchester Benefits. You can also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working here.
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Enquiries About The Role, Shortlisting And Interviews
Name: James Hampton
Email Address: James Hampton
General enquiries and administrative support: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk
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This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.
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