We are Unio, an established Wealth Management and Employee Benefits business backed by Great-West Lifeco, via its Irish subsidiary Irish Life Group.Unio specialises in private wealth management and employee benefit consultancy and has over 30 years’ experience advising companies and personal investors.With offices in Dublin, Cork and Limerick, Unio has €14 billion in assets under administration and advice. We advise more than 10,000 private clients in relation to wealth management. The Group also manages occupational pension schemes on behalf of over 300 large corporates and 600 SMEs. In total, the firm has over 70,000 members in corporate pension schemes.The Role:The Unio IT and Change team are recruiting a Senior Cloud Azure Engineer to be part of our exciting journey to become the most innovative Wealth Management business in Ireland. You'll play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing our cloud infrastructure, aligning with Unio and Irish Life Groups' technology strategy, standards, guidelines, and principles. You will Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our Azure environment supports our business objectives, scalability, and performance requirements.Our Environment:Unio Wealth Management's estate is fully cloud-native, featuring:Salesforce Financial Services Cloud: Fully integrated with third-party services like IDPal and DocuSignExperience Cloud: A unique Client Portal in the Irish marketVoyant: Financial planning platformSnowflake: Data analytics platformAzure Networks: Hosting our websites, managing authentication with Azure B2C, and handling data integration with Azure Data FactoryKey Responsibilities:Manage and Maintain Business Solutions: Oversee the deployment, operation, and continuous improvement of cloud-based business solutions hosted on Microsoft AzureTechnical Strategy: Develop and maintain a cohesive technical strategy for our Azure environment, aligning with business objectives and industry best practicesArchitectural Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define clear, well-documented architectural designs for Azure-based solutionsScalability, Stability, and Performance: Ensure architectural designs support scalability and performance requirements, optimizing resource utilization and minimizing downtimeAzure Resource Management: Manage the relationship with service partner ILG for day-to-day management of Azure resourcesSecurity and Compliance: Implement and maintain robust security measures and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standardsCollaboration: Work closely with IT, development, and operations teams to deliver projects and solutions that meet business needsTechnical Estate: Oversee the Unio infrastructure managed by GWLE Central Tech ServicesDocumentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all architectural designs and implementationsKey Skills:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field5+ years of proven experience as an Azure Architect or similar roleIn-depth knowledge of Azure services and solutions, especially APIM, Data Factory, and B2CStrong understanding of cloud security principles and best practicesExcellent problem-solving and analytical skillsStrong communication and collaboration skillsRelevant certificationWhy Join Unio Financial Services?Competitive salary with performance-based bonusesFlexible work options, including remote workProfessional development opportunities and support for certification renewalsAn inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work cultureApplication Process:If you’re excited about the opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic financial services company, we encourage you to apply!The Company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist as part of the selection process. This role will be advertised across the Irish Life/Canada Life Group and to the external market. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of the Company.Unio Financial Services Ltd. is an Equal Opportunities Employer