Systems Administrator

Location:  Kings Hill / Hybrid

Salary/package:  £34,500 per annum

Contract type:  Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

As a Systems Administrator , you will play a key role within Cantium's Enterprise Services team, delivering and maintaining technical solutions across cloud and on-premise environments. Working within a 3rd line technical team, you will support critical systems, drive technology improvements and help ensure customers receive secure, reliable and high performing services.

Who we are 

Cantium Business Solutions , part of Commercial Services Group delivers high-quality back-office and IT services to the public sector.

We are a dynamic and agile business driven by four key principles: Fast, Connected, Insight-Driven and Customer-Led. As part of CSG , the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading organisation. Cantium combines commercial innovation with a commitment to reinvesting profits into local communities.

Why this role matters 

You will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure and cloud platforms that support critical business and public sector services, ensuring secure, resilient and efficient technology solutions.

This is a role where technical expertise, problem solving and collaboration are essential, with responsibility for delivering infrastructure changes, supporting cloud services and resolving complex technical challenges.

What you’ll be doing 

• Managing cloud and on-premise infrastructure to ensure availability, security and performance.

• Implementing and maintaining Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 and associated technologies.

• Supporting Azure Intune and endpoint management solutions across the organisation.

• Investigating and resolving complex technical issues, working closely with internal teams, customers and suppliers.

• Planning and delivering system upgrades, software releases and infrastructure improvements.

• Supporting vulnerability remediation activities and implementing security best practices.

• Preparing technical documentation, implementation procedures and support materials.

• Working closely with project and operational teams to deliver successful technical solutions and service improvements.

• Supporting out-of-hours activities through participation in a scheduled rota.

What we’re looking for

• Hands-on experience managing Azure Intune and endpoint management solutions is essential.

• Proven experience as a Systems Administrator within a technical infrastructure environment.

• A minimum of two years' experience working in a systems administration or equivalent technical role.

• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 and complementary technologies.

• Knowledge of Windows infrastructure, application delivery and cloud technologies.

• Experience implementing and maintaining technical solutions within enterprise environments.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and prioritisation skills.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

• Knowledge of ITIL practices, SCCM and vulnerability remediation would be advantageous.

What you’ll get in return

• Salary of £34,500 per annum

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 27 after four years service

• Birthday Day Off

• One Concessionary Day off during the Christmas Period

• Life assurance cover 4x salary

• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution

• Additional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work scheme

• Volunteer days and access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme

• Tailored development support with real opportunities to progress

• Access to Learning & Development opportunities via our CSG Academy

• Hybrid working

Why CSG?

CSG is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £700 million in revenue per annum and supporting more than 16,000 education and public sector customers globally.

We are growing through a combination of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 35+ businesses deliver services across education, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and more, all focused on delivering meaningful impact.

As a locally owned organisation, we take pride in reinvesting a significant proportion of our profits into frontline services, helping strengthen the communities we serve.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

As a member of Inclusive Employers with Silver Accreditation, we are actively building an environment that supports inclusion, flexibility and belonging for all colleagues.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.