We are seeking a Microsoft Technology Account Lead (MTAL) at the Manager level to support and grow strategic technology relationships with key clients in the Montreal market. This role focuses on aligning Microsoft technologies to client business priorities, contributing to technology roadmaps, and serving as a trusted advisor across the client lifecycle.
As an MTAL, you will partner closely with clients, internal delivery teams, and Microsoft stakeholders to drive value, adoption, and innovation across the Microsoft ecosystem, while supporting account growth and delivery excellence.
What you'll do- Support ownership of the technology relationship for assigned client accounts
- Partner with clients to understand business priorities and translate them into Microsoft-led technology approaches and roadmaps
- Act as a trusted advisor across Microsoft platforms, including Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics, and Power Platform
- Collaborate with account leadership, sales, and delivery teams to shape and support technology-driven opportunities
- Contribute to technology governance, architectural alignment, and lifecycle planning across engagements
- Engage with Microsoft account teams to align on client strategy and identify innovation opportunities
- Support senior-level client conversations (e.g., CIO, CTO, business stakeholders)
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical support to delivery teams and junior practitioners
QualificationsSkills and Experience- Progressive experience in technology consulting, architecture, or account support roles
- Solid understanding of the Microsoft technology ecosystem and enterprise architecture principles
- Experience contributing to client-facing discussions and building trusted relationships
- Exposure to shaping technology strategies, roadmaps, or transformation initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to balance client needs, delivery quality, and commercial objectives
- Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams
Nice to Have- Background in a consulting, systems integrator, or Microsoft partner environment
- Experience supporting complex enterprise accounts
- Familiarity with cloud migration, modernization, and AI-enabled solutions
Compensation at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand-new position.
The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role.
It does not represent a maximum limit - in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate.
See more information on our benefits here: Canada Employee Benefits | Avanade
Role Location Annual Salary Range
Canada $145,000 to $175,000
