Average Systems Administrator salary in the UK

Location: London / Hybrid (3 days in the office)Contract: 3 - 4 month interimSalary: £38,000–£41,000MLC Partners are supporting a leading Russell Group University in recruiting an interim Systems Administrator. This is a busy and varied role, where you will play a key part in supporting and maintaining critical systems, ensuring smooth operation across key processes.The RoleAs a Systems Administrator, you will join a central operations team, providing first-line support for core systems. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve system issues, maintain data integrity, and contribute to ongoing system improvements and enhancements.Key Responsibilities:Provide first-line support for internal systems, resolving issues via email, phone, and in personCarry out daily and weekly operational system tasksMonitor system processes and investigate anomalies, escalating where requiredSupport system upgrades, testing, and implementation of new processesAdminister user access and maintain accurate permissionsProduce and analyse data reports using management information systemsSupport data reconciliation activities, ensuring accuracy and integrity across systemsAbout you:Higher Education experience would be highly desirable Advanced Excel skills with experience analysing and interrogating dataExperience providing customer-focused support across multiple channelsStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workload effectivelyHigh attention to detail with a structured and methodical approachStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a teamExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalApplications are under constant review, with my client seeking the right candidate to start after Easter break. Please apply now, or reach out to Briar at MLC Partners.

Robert Half is currently engaging with a leading Real Estate organisation that is looking to recruit an IT Systems Engineer for an initial 3-month contract.Role:Administer and optimise the Workspace ONE environment, ensuring effective device and application management.Provide recommendations for best-practice configuration and improved operational efficiency.Streamline device/app deployment processes and support lifecycle management.Implement automation for onboarding, provisioning, compliance, and internal IT workflows.Audit existing PowerShell scripts and develop new scripts to support:OktaWorkspace ONEActive DirectoryOnboarding/offboardingAlerting and reportingUse GAM to automate Google Workspace administrative tasks.Manage and enhance identity and access workflows across Okta, AD, and CyberArk.Improve SSO configurations, access policies, identity lifecycle, and privileged access workflows.Administer Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Groups) and recommend automation and configuration improvements.Support Jira workflow updates and enhance Confluence structure, documentation processes, and permissions.Produce clear documentation including SOPs, architectural recommendations, scripts, and operational processes.Ensure alignment with IT governance, compliance, and security best practices.Maintain a structured and accessible internal knowledgebase.Profile:5+ years' experience in IT Engineering, Systems Administration, or advanced support roles.Hands-on expertise with Workspace ONE or similar MDM solutions.Strong PowerShell scripting capability.Solid understanding of Okta and Active Directory administration.Experience administering Google Workspace and automating tasks with GAM.Familiarity with Jira/Confluence within Agile environments.Practical experience with CyberArk for privileged access management.Strong documentation discipline and commitment to systems hygiene.Contract:Initial 3 month contract Competitive day rate - Outside IR35 Remote role with occasional travel to LondonRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

We are seeking a Junior Systems Engineer to support the day to day management, security and optimisation of a cloud environment. This is a hands on role combining administration, endpoint management and operational security responsibilities Salary - £25,000.00 per annum Location - Fully remote working Key Skills and Experience Assist with administration of the Microsoft 365 tenantManage user accounts, licensing, and RBAC via group managementAdminister Exchange mailboxes, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint accessTroubleshoot permissions and access issues across the environmentSupport authentication processes including MFA setup, password resets, and Conditional Access challengesMicrosoft, Linux, IOS and Android experience If this is something you would be keen on applying for, please email me at Reasonable Adjustments:Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.