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Channel Marketing Manager Apprentice at Microsoft, supporting marketing strategy, partner relationships, and campaign execution to promote Microsoft consumer products across UK retail channels.Being a Microsoft Apprentice - Ready to kick-start your career and make an impact? As a Microsoft Apprentice, you’ll earn while you learn, build real-world skills, and work on projects that matter from day one. No coffee runs here—you’ll have a full employment contract and a seat at the table, shaping ideas that drive change.The Consumer and Channel Sales and Marketing (CCSM) organization works with ecosystem partners to build, market and sell a winning portfolio that delights customers and earns fans around the world. CCSM is great part of the Microsoft business to make an impact because – We uniquely provide the opportunity to touch every consumer, student, SMB and enterprise with devices and experiences and simply make daily life and tasks more productive and fun. We are at the forefront of Microsoft’s intelligent Cloud/Edge strategy as the guardians of the intelligent edge that drive the intelligent cloud. Every commercial customer is a consumer and we have the critical responsibility to win their mindshare both inside and outside the office. Every day we get to work with the most recognized consumer brands in the world. We get to work with and learn from some of the smartest consumer minds in the tech industry. Our jobs are fun as we get to launch cutting edge consumer products such as Xbox, Surface, Windows and M365 We get to work on landing new cutting-edge business models aligned to the cloud and digital transformation The Channel Marketing Manager Apprentice – is the specialist marketing manager creating and establishing our Category Marketing plans that represent both the Category’s and partner ambitions.  In tnis role youwill need to be able to clearly articulate the story both internally and externally to our UKI Managed Retail Partners . The Channel Marketing Manager Apprentice collaborates with key stakeholders in the CCSM UKI organization but will build a rapport with the Regional Teams too. Accelerate Growth develop marketing plans that support our Sales and Category teams to drive growth in the market  Identify and develop new opportunities for Microsoft by leveraging partners key consumer strengths Manage and influence relationships majority of which are internal Support the business as the expert in the marketing of the product category, leveraging market knowledge to drive strategy and planning Facilitate relationships internally in order to deliver the marketing of the product successfully to the market, manage the marketing strategy and planning through the life cycle and engage with the right audience in the right tone. Role Overview The Microsoft CCSM Team are looking for young talent to contribute to an experienced Channel Marketing team with a perspective and ideas that are uniquely yours.  The role will involve working across many stakeholders to land the marketing strategy, planning and assets derived from the Category team’s product guidance.  You will need to build a strong rapport with the Sales, Category and Partner Marketing teams within CCSM to engage their support on the delivery of a joined up Marketing plan.  This Channel Marketing role would be work across our Modern Life categories such as, Surface, M365, PC Accessories or Windows.  The role will require you to build deeper relationships with key stakeholders in order to develop marketing strategies, deliver the relevant assets and work closely with our Partner Marketers to ensure the plans are executed to agreed KPIs, timelines and targets.   Relationship management is key predominantly internal, you will need to be able communicate effectively at all levels across the organisation. You will join a dynamic and fast-paced environment and work with cross-functional teams to design, build and sustain solutions to support Microsoft’s growth ambitions.  Come be part of a solution-oriented team that is influencing and contributing to Microsoft’s mission.ResponsibilitiesWhat will I do in this job?  To start, you will shadow a Channel Marketing Manager in the team – learning who we target, who we compete against, how we convince consumers to purchase Microsoft hardware and software.  You will learn how to create a strategic marketing plan for the category that includes a clear vision for the future, actionable objectives, aligned marketing investments and measures of success.  The role will involve taking sole responsibility for the delivery of critical marketing assets for our Retail Partners for both online and offline execution. To execute this plan, you would learn how to collaborate with a broad set of stakeholders across the consumer division at Microsoft locally, including account managers and Partner marketers.  You will learn how our channel partners work, both online and physical stores. You will understand their businesses, what motivates them & how Microsoft can help them achieve their goals.  QualificationsNo degree yet (this is your launchpad!)5 GCSEs (including Maths & English, grades A*-C or 9-4)3 A-levels (A*-C), BTEC Nationals, T Level, or equivalent by September 2026What do I need to be successful? Apply entrepreneurial and innovative thinking to identifying and executing business opportunities Ability to analyze market data, draw relevant conclusions, develop accurate business plans and spot market opportunities Build and drive program execution Possess high standards for performance and compliance   Ability to influence multiple stakeholder groups Must be able to effectively articulate technology and product positioning to internal audiences. This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Posted 14 days ago

Level 3 Datacenter Technician Apprentice role at Microsoft, providing hands-on training in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting data centre infrastructure while earning a nationally recognised qualification.OverviewIn alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day — and we need you as a Datacenter Technician (DCT) Apprentice.Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a DCT Apprentice, you will play a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft’s online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and Microsoft Azure.This opportunity is offered as a Level 3 (Advanced) Apprenticeship, combining hands‑on work experience with structured learning, leading to a nationally recognised qualification.ResponsibilitiesThe Data Center Technician Apprenticeship role is designed for individuals interested in career in IT data centers. You will receive guidance and supervision to learn standard processes and procedures related to data center equipment and technology. Your work will focus on supporting installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and decommissioning of data center infrastructure while adhering to safety, security, and operational policies.Responsibilities:Follow guidelines and work closely with experienced technicians to understand and comply with data center policies, procedures, and deadlines.   Learn to read and understand Process Change Notifications (PCNs) and assess their impact on daily operations.   Assist with preparing, installing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, replacing, and decommissioning network, storage, and server equipment with minimal business disruption.   Complete assigned support tickets efficiently while developing familiarity with relevantKey Performance Indicators (KPIs).   Participate actively in daily safety briefings and comply with all safety and security protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).   Help maintain a positive team environment by sharing information, collaborating across shifts, and contributing to handovers. Learn cross-functional data center processes to support partnerships with diverse stakeholders.   Escalate technical, safety, or security incidents promptly as per established procedures.   Complete all required training timely, including those related to security, data management, and environmental health and safety (EHS).   Handle routine physical demands, such as lifting moderate weights, climbing ladders/stairs, and working under data center environmental conditions like noise and heat.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:GCSEs (Maths & English, Grades A-C)Be 18+ of ageStrong interest in technology, engineeringGood communication and teamwork skillsProblem-solving mindset and attention to detailWillingness to learn in a fast-paced environmentYou need to be a UK citizen or, have residency and you must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.Background Check Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.Preferred Qualifications:Applicable certifications: CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+), Basic Structure Cabling (BSC).Ability to support frequent standing, walking, lifting, and working at heights with or without equipment assistance.Able to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.Proficient in written and oral English communication to support regional and global teams.Desire to learn, grow, and develop new technical skills.Flexibility to work non-standard business hours that may include weekends and/or holidays.This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Posted 14 days ago

Helping customers adopt AI and cloud solutions by analysing business processes, driving digital transformation, and supporting change management across EMEA.Come build community, explore your passions and do your best work at Microsoft. This opportunity will allow you to bring your aspirations, talent, potential and excitement for the journey ahead. As a Business Analyst (Consultant), you will help our customers realise value from Microsoft working with the innovative AI Business Solutions or the Adoption, Change and Service Management teams across EMEA. In collaboration with experienced colleagues, you will work side-by-side with customers across industries, understanding and qualifying their needs, discovering and framing AI opportunities and behaviours, transforming their business processes, designing Copilot and agentic solutions, and translating technical complexity into business outcomes.  You will contribute to presales and delivery, applying structured thinking and Responsible AI guardrails to turn ambition into measurable outcomes, and build the relationships and adoption programmes that make solutions stick.  This opportunity will allow you to accelerate your career growth, develop deep business and industry acumen, and build fluency in the AI technologies reshaping the enterprise Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. ResponsibilitiesParticipate in meetings with customers and partners to understand business needs and industry-specific scenarios, applying structured thinking to define requirements and constraints to drive business value. Map and analyse customer business processes, identifying friction and value leakage, and designing target-state processes. You will treat process and technology as one design problem, not two. Participate in design led thinking workshops and brainstorming to identify new solutions, patterns and ways of working. Understand the change impact on the people affected by the new processes and technology, and actively help shape and enable the change strategy for a successful adoption of the transformation  partnering with customer leaders to design. Implement innovative AI solutions whilst applying a security-first mindset throughout. Work fluently alongside AI and agents — using AI-generated signal to inform your work, helping to co-build solution components, and applying human judgement to interpret the signal and know its limits. Develop knowledge of intellectual property (IP), leverage it to complete tasks, and contribute to its development with guidance; flag gaps and content that needs refreshing. Seek to understand relationships with customers, partners and stakeholders, and contribute to the drivers of satisfaction and dissatisfaction. Identify opportunities to expand or accelerate the adoption of cloud and Microsoft technologies. Build your readiness — learn new technologies and services, deepen your understanding of security considerations, and obtain relevant accreditations and certifications as advised by the domain leadership team. What we look for For this early-career role we recruit primarily for disposition — the capabilities that are hardest to train: Excellent listening — hearing the need behind the stated ask. Great communication and storytelling skills – ability to land your points with clarity, and adapt to different audiences. Executive presence early - Comfortable being the youngest voice in a room of senior leaders. AI-native - You don't just consume AI news; you build and experiment with it. A healthy AI posture — neither evangelist nor refuser; uses the signal and questions it appropriately, and instinctively protects the person on the other side of the data. Comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to learn continuously. A genuine instinct for building trust and strong relationships. Sense of autonomy and velocity. You operate with urgency and close loops without being chased. Curiosity and a growth mindset, with enough technical confidence to co-build and keep learning. QualificationsRequired / minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Business or related field, AND/OR equivalent experience. Must be legally authorised to work in the location where this role is based - Ireland (Legally authorised = you hold citizenship or have been granted a valid visa or work permit.) Fluency in English (spoken and written)Must have fluency in German, French OR Spanish (spoken and written)Preferred qualifications:6+ months work experience in a relevant area of business.  Technical certification(s) based on domain / service line (e.g., Azure, Security, Dynamics). Delivery management certification (e.g., Scrum, Agile, Change Management, Project Management).   Demonstrated fluency in working with AI tools — using the signal and knowing its limits. 

Posted 14 days ago