About Apply AIApply AI partners with ambitious organisations to redesign how work gets done using enterprise AI. We don’t run generic training programmes or build experimental tools. We design AI strategies, architect secure systems, and embed human + AI workflows that unlock measurable capacity and commercial value.Our clients range from advisory firms and creative agencies to engineering, compliance and corporate organisations. Most operate within Microsoft 365 environments, with growing investment in Copilot, Azure OpenAI and enterprise-grade AI tooling.The roleYou will design, build and deploy enterprise AI systems inside client Microsoft 365 environments, translating business workflows into secure, scalable AI-enabled processes.You are equally comfortable:In a boardroom discussing AI operating modelsIn a Microsoft tenant configuring Copilot Studio and Azure OpenAIIn a workshop mapping workflows and identifying automation opportunitiesThis role is heavily weighted toward Microsoft enterprise environments, but requires broader enterprise AI literacy.Core Responsibilities1. Enterprise AI Architecture (Microsoft-Weighted)Design AI system architecture within Microsoft 365 environmentsBuild and deploy agents using Copilot Studio and Power PlatformConfigure Azure OpenAI integrationsDesign secure data access patterns (SharePoint, OneDrive, CRM, Teams)Implement human-in-the-loop checkpointsCreate scalable architectural patterns rather than one-off builds2. Client-Facing AI TransformationParticipate in AI audits and structured diagnosticsTranslate workflow mapping into technical architectureAdvise on licensing (Copilot, Azure, ChatGPT Enterprise)Contribute to AI strategy design and operating model decisionsSupport governance framework developmentEngage confidently with IT, risk and senior leadership3. Agent & Workflow BuildBuild production-ready AI agents and workflow automationsDesign multi-step AI-assisted processesConfigure secure connectors and APIsEstablish documentation, version control and internal standardsCreate reusable templates across clients4. Governance & Enterprise ReadinessDefine data boundaries and access controlsAlign builds with enterprise security policiesSupport implementation of audit logging and monitoringAdvise on AI risk mitigation and guardrailsEnsure client confidentiality is preserved at all times5. Internal Systemisation at Apply AIDevelop repeatable AI architecture playbooksHelp scale Apply AI’s delivery modelRequired ExperienceEssentialDeep experience with Microsoft 365 architectureHands-on experience with:Copilot Studio (or Power Virtual Agents)Azure OpenAIPower Automate / Power PlatformAPI integrationsExperience deploying AI or automation in enterprise environmentsComfortable working directly inside client tenantsStrong communication skills with non-technical stakeholdersFamiliarity with ChatGPT Enterprise or multi-LLM ecosystemsThis is a hands-on enterprise architect role with transformation exposure.What Success Looks Like (12 Months)Designed and implemented AI architecture across multiple client environmentsBuilt production-grade agents across client engagementsEstablished repeatable Microsoft-first AI architecture patternsContributed meaningfully to AI strategy engagementsHelped clients unlock measurable workflow capacityLocation & Working ModelUK-basedHybrid workingClient-facing delivery expectedTravel required for key engagementsBenefits28 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)UK bank holidaysDiscretionary office closure between Christmas and New Year (typically 3–5 additional days)Hybrid workingExposure to senior enterprise clientsOpportunity to shape the architecture capability of a growing AI consultancy
Job Title
AI Solutions Architect