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Sanya Chhabra empowers teams to transform themselves digitally

With a passion for tapping into customers’ changing needs and meeting them, Sanya Chhabra empowers modern workplace teams to transform themselves digitally. 

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Sanya Chhabra
M365 Modern Workplace Architect

“I’d had 13 years’ experience working for multinational companies but this was the first time I’d worked in such a truly international environment, where over 40 nationalities come together in a rich blend of perspectives, ideas, and experiences. And that makes for such a stronger, global service offering.”

A passion for connecting across borders and boundaries

Sanya Chhabra is a key player in one of HSO’s fastest-growing cloud transformation teams. As a Modern Workplace Architect, she’s responsible for helping global companies manage all of their essential digital infrastructure and technologies  and people as effectively, efficiently and securely as possible. All during a time of great workplace change, as remote working – and all the data and digital challenges that brings – continues to become the business norm. And she’d only been with HSO for six months when we caught up with her.

Sanya’s HSO story starts back in September 2023 when her husband’s new job saw the couple leave their native India for a new life in Europe. As a Microsoft specialist with 13 years’ experience and a Modern Workplace Architect for six of those years, she wanted the move not only to mark a new, exciting chapter in her family life but also to develop her cross-cultural, problem-solving skills and her customer-first values in an international environment. Enter HSO and its talented global community.

Technical knowhow – and good communication skills

The digital workplace solutions that Sanya recommends to clients empower them to adapt to modern work trends equipped with robust security features, increase productivity, enhance collaboration, and reduce costs. They enable organizations to leverage technology to its fullest potential, driving innovation, productivity, and growth in today's fast-paced business environment.

Not surprisingly, therefore, Sanya’s up to date Microsoft technical proficiency is vital in her role. But, crucially, it’s her ability to explain technical concepts to customers and internal, cross-functional teams in a way that makes sense and lights up their world, which is key for success. Equally important is her ability to build strong relationships across teams and cultures and her start-to-finish project management prowess. Meanwhile, her curiosity for ongoing learning also perfectly matches HSO’s always learning, always evolving culture. And it’s a culture in which Sanya says she thrives.

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Human Resources & Talent

Strategic HR Business Partner

POSITION SUMMARY At HSO, exceptional business performance starts with exceptional people. As a Strategic HR Business Partner, you will partner with Service Line Leaders to build high-performing teams, strengthen leadership capability and develop an organization positioned for sustainable growth. This is not a traditional HR Business Partner role. You will serve as a trusted advisor, translating business priorities into people and organizational strategies that improve performance, strengthen workforce capability and enable growth. As part of a lean, collaborative People team, you'll balance strategic advisory work with hands-on execution. Whether facilitating a talent review, partnering with Resource Management to improve utilization, coaching a manager through a complex employee issue or implementing a new people initiative, you'll help solve the business's most important people challenges. We're looking for someone who is commercially minded, curious and energized by building, improving and making a measurable impact. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Business Partnership Serve as the trusted advisor to Service Line Leaders on leadership, talent and organizational performance. Develop a deep understanding of business strategy, financial goals and workforce needs to align people priorities with business objectives. Provide practical counsel, constructive challenge and data-driven insights that improve business decisions. Identify talent, leadership and organizational risks early and partner with leaders to develop effective solutions. Support organizational growth, restructuring and change initiatives while maintaining engagement and business continuity. Leadership & Talent Coach leaders to build high-performing teams through effective performance management, feedback, development and accountability. Lead performance management governance across assigned business units, ensuring consistent application of performance ratings, compensation decisions, and promotion practices. Evaluate and challenge pay and promotion recommendations to ensure strong business justification, alignment with compensation philosophy and salary structures, and equitable outcomes. Partner with and coach leaders on effectively communicating performance and career-related decisions to employees. Lead talent reviews, succession planning, promotion discussions and talent calibration sessions. Partner with Talent Acquisition on workforce needs and hiring priorities. Identify and accelerate high-potential talent through coaching, mentoring, stretch assignments and internal mobility. Support quarterly people review processes by delivering workforce analytics and talent insights to Senior Vice President, HR, including performance distributions, promotion readiness, succession pipeline strength, critical talent identification (top 5/bottom 5), and development planning recommendations across the organization and service lines. Drive career development and internal mobility initiatives by helping employees establish long-term career goals, providing clarity on advancement opportunities, and partnering with leaders to align development plans with organizational talent needs and succession priorities. Partner on annual performance, compensation and reward processes to ensure equitable, market-informed outcomes. Business Performance & Workforce Planning Partner with Service Line Leaders and Resource Management to optimize consultant deployment, utilization and workforce capacity. Monitor utilization, leverage and bench trends, recommending actions that improve productivity and profitability. Help maintain a balanced talent pyramid by aligning hiring, promotions, development and succession with business strategy. Support workforce planning, organizational design and role clarity to ensure the right capabilities are in place for future growth. Use workforce analytics and business insights to identify trends, anticipate talent risks and improve organizational performance. Employee Experience & HR Delivery Champion an exceptional employee experience across the employee lifecycle. Partner closely with Service Line Leaders to analyze Culture Amp survey results, identify key opportunities for improvement, and develop, implement, and monitor action plans that enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Coach leaders through employee relations matters, performance improvement plans and employment decisions with sound judgment and balanced business perspective. Partner with HR leadership and Legal, as appropriate, on workplace investigations and employment risk. Partner across the People team to deliver performance, development, onboarding, compensation and engagement initiatives. Analyze employee feedback, stay interview insights, and exit trends to identify retention risks, improve the employee experience, and develop targeted action plans that strengthen engagement and reduce regrettable attrition. Ensure consistent application of people policies, employment practices and regulatory compliance while balancing business needs. Building the Function Help build a modern, scalable People function that enables business growth. Continuously improve people programs, processes and tools by simplifying work and leveraging technology, AI and workforce data. Share ideas, challenge the status quo and contribute wherever needed—we value ownership, collaboration and a builder's mindset. WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TEAM 7+ years of progressive HR Business Partner or strategic people consulting experience, ideally within professional services, consulting, technology or another knowledge-based environment. Strong business acumen and the ability to connect people strategies to business outcomes. Experience in workforce planning, organizational design, leadership development, talent management and employee relations. Confidence coaching and influencing leaders through growth, change and complex business challenges. Ability to interpret workforce data and translate insights into action. Exceptional relationship-building, communication and influencing skills. A collaborative, low-ego approach with the flexibility to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution. WHY YOU'LL SUCCEED You understand that great People partners create business value. You build credibility by understanding the business, asking thoughtful questions and helping leaders solve meaningful challenges. You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where priorities evolve, collaboration matters and everyone contributes. You're equally comfortable shaping strategy, rolling up your sleeves and driving execution. Most importantly, you believe exceptional business performance begins with exceptional people

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Sales & Business Development

Business Development Director

  Position HSO in prospecting, qualifying, consultative selling and closing new business Possess a deep understanding of Microsoft technologies, especially those relevant to the Professional Services sector Develop and manage all phases of the sales cycle including prospecting, qualifying, consultative selling and closing new business Lead introductory meetings with prospects with a consultative sales approach to solve Professional Services client problems and position the value of HSO Develop strategic accounts and execute sales strategies with defined sales plays Utilize a consultative sales approach to solve client problems and position the value of HSO Work proactively and independently as a hunter, developing relationships, driving new business by demonstrating how HSO will meet our clients' business needs Collaborate with delivery and pre-sales teams to ensure proposed solutions align with Professional Services client requirements Working with Marketing and Business Development personnel to help develop lead generation campaigns along with target marketing to specific verticals Utilize your previous Microsoft experience to respond to RFPs and close business You’re great at… Develop and execute measurable sales activities focusing on Microsoft-centric solutions and services Collaborate with the sales team, management, and technical experts to identify target markets Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective Professional Services clients to understand their business challenges, goals, and objectives, and align HSO offerings to meet their needs Identify new business opportunities and proactively generate leads through networking, industry events, referrals, and digital marketing initiatives Develop and nurture a robust pipeline of prospects to achieve and exceed sales targets Leverage your sales knowledge and existing Microsoft ecosystem network to position HSO solutions effectively Manage the end-to-end sales process, including lead qualification, solution scoping, negotiation, and contract close Stay updated on the latest trends, advancements, and competitive landscape as it pertains to Professional Services within the Microsoft ecosystem Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have…  Degree in Business, Computer Science, Finance or a related discipline or equivalent education 4+ years of experience in selling Microsoft Business Applications and/or Cloud or related services Prior consulting, business analyst, implementation, or product support experience required, specifically relating to Microsoft Business Solutions Prior sales experience selling Enterprise Solutions, preferably Microsoft Strong and established Professional Services client base within the space Proven ability to navigate difficult conversations and drive effective solutions to business problems with knowledge of pricing tactics and strategies Proven experience in closing business for business applications/technology sales as an Account Executive or Sales Representative in the Professional Services sector Ability to thrive in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment and to work with a team Ability to travel 30% or more The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy generous paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment. Check out the reasons why people love to work for us or browse more opportunities on our careers page!   HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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ERP & CRM (e.g. D365 F&O, D365CE)

Microsoft D365 F&O Finance Functional Solution Architect

As a D365 F&O Functional Solution Architect you can expect to…  Serve as the lead Functional Solution Architect (Sr. FSA) on complex, enterprise-scale D365 F&O implementations, owning overall functional architecture across multiple modules and workstreams Act as a trusted advisor to client executives, translating business strategy into scalable, compliant, and future-ready D365 F&O solutions Own and validate end-to-end functional solution design, ensuring alignment across finance, operations, integrations, data, security, and reporting Lead and contribute to enterprise-level project estimation, including scope definition, delivery approach, resourcing strategy, risk identification, and commercial assumptions Perform the Solution Advisory / Lead Architect role during the analysis and envisioning phases of D365 F&O programs Direct and oversee Business Process Analysis (BPA), Solution Blueprint creation, and Fit/Gap analysis, ensuring recommendations align to industry best practices and Microsoft standards Serve as the functional design authority throughout design, build, test, and deployment phases, guiding teams through complex decision-making and trade-offs Establish and govern testing strategy and issue resolution processes, particularly across functional architecture, integrations, and cross-module dependencies Review, validate, and formally sign off on functional specifications, test scripts, data migration strategies, and deployment plans Ensure training and knowledge transfer strategies are comprehensive and position clients for long-term success, adoption, and self-sufficiency Act as the senior escalation point for functional and solution-related issues during and after go-live, including hypercare and stabilization Contribute to the evolution of HSO’s implementation methodology, standards, and accelerators as business paradigms and Microsoft capabilities evolve Share best practices, lessons learned, and architectural guidance across projects and delivery teams Mentor and guide FSAs, Senior Consultants, and Functional Consultants, raising overall delivery quality and consistency Travel as client and business needs dictate (typically up to ~30%) You’re great at…  Mentoring junior technical resources both on-shore and off-shore Articulating architectural options, trade-offs, and risks between different solution approaches Providing senior leadership presence in consulting engagements and client relationships Influencing without authority and driving alignment across large, matrixed organizations Leading and collaborating with cross-functional and virtual teams Balancing strategic thinking with executional rigor Prioritizing effectively and communicating commitments clearly Solving complex business and technical problems with pragmatic, scalable solutions Coaching, mentoring, and developing junior architects and consultants Learning new concepts, industries, and technologies quickly and thoroughly Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have…  Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field; CPA strongly preferred 8+ years of combined experience delivering Microsoft D365 F&O / AX solutions, including architecting complex, enterprise-wide systems Proven experience leading multi-phase, multi-country, enterprise-scale implementations Deep experience across assessment, analysis, business case development, solution envisioning, planning, deployment, and benefits realization Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable business value at the executive level A strong track record of serving as the trusted voice at the decision-making table Deep understanding of business operations, financial processes, and industry drivers, preferably within Financial Services, Public Sector, Media, or Life Sciences Working knowledge of relevant ISV solutions, integrations, and ecosystem tools Ability to move fluidly between executive-level architectural discussions and hands-on delivery leadership when required Microsoft D365 F&O Financials certifications preferred  Familiarity and/or experience with D365 F&O Workflow Flexibility to travel as client and business needs require The Perks We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy generous paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment.    

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Cloud & Infrastructure

Azure Cloud Architect

HSO is seeking an Azure Cloud Architect to lead solution design and drive hands-on delivery of complex Microsoft Azure engagements for our clients. This role owns the architecture from discovery through implementation—spanning landing zones, migrations, identity & security, IaC, and cloud governance—while staying grounded in the platform and working directly alongside engineers and clients. A key part of the role is leading large-scale migrations and deployments, mentoring delivery teams, and building reusable assets. As an Azure Cloud Architect, you can expect to… Azure Architecture & Platform Engineering  Architect enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zones aligned to CAF and Well-Architected principles: management groups, subscriptions, Azure Policy, RBAC, and platform automation.  Define compute and PaaS patterns: VM/VMSS sizing, AKS, App Service/Functions, and Container Registry as appropriate.  Architect Azure Virtual Desktop solutions: host pool design, FSLogix profile strategy on Azure Files or Azure NetApp Files, Scaling Plans, and AVD Insights monitoring.  Lead design sessions, produce Architecture Decision Records (ADRs), and validate approaches through hands-on proof-of-concept builds.  Azure Migration  Lead cloud migration programs across a range of scenarios: on-premises-to-Azure, cloud-to-cloud (e.g., AWS to Azure), and application modernization and refactoring efforts.  Drive discovery and assessment: dependency mapping, workload inventory, rehost/replatform/refactor recommendations, and wave planning.  Manage cutover execution and hypercare: tooling selection, replication monitoring, test migrations, rollback procedures, and stakeholder communication throughout.  Identity & Security  Architect Zero Trust models with Microsoft Entra ID: Conditional Access, PIM role patterns, hybrid identity (Entra Connect/Cloud Sync), and app registration governance.  Define security blueprints: Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR integrations, and Key Vault design.  Map controls to compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS as applicable) and drive Secure Score improvements.  Automation, IaC & CI/CD  Build modular IaC frameworks in Terraform and/or Bicep: reusable landing zone modules, policy-as-code, and coding standards for delivery teams.  Design CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions: environment gates, drift detection, and pre-deployment compliance checks.  Author automation in PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Python: bootstrap scripts, governance tooling, and operational runbooks.  Observability, Resilience & FinOps  Design observability platforms: Log Analytics workspace architecture, Azure Monitor, Workbook/dashboard frameworks, and alerting.  Architect BCDR solutions with Azure Backup, Site Recovery, and cross-region topologies; validate against RTO/RPO targets.  Lead FinOps efforts: tagging standards, Cost Management reporting, reservation/Savings Plans strategy, and optimization roadmaps.  Consulting & Client Engagement  Lead discovery workshops, design sessions, and Well-Architected Reviews; present architecture options with clear trade-offs to technical and business stakeholders.  Stay hands-on throughout delivery: validate designs through working code and demonstrate patterns directly alongside client teams.  Mentor delivery engineers through design reviews, pairing on complex problems, and code reviews.  Architect enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zones aligned to CAF and Well-Architected principles: management groups, subscriptions, Azure Policy, RBAC, and platform automation.  Design network topologies (hub-and-spoke or Virtual WAN): Azure Firewall, Application Gateway/WAF, Private Link, ExpressRoute/VPN, and DDoS Protection.  Contribute to pre-sales: solution scoping, proposal authoring, SOW definition, and engagement estimates.  You’re great at… Architecting enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zones aligned to Cloud Adoption Framework and Well-Architected principles. Leading cloud migration programs across various scenarios, including discovery and assessment. Defining security blueprints and architecting Zero Trust models with Microsoft Entra ID and Defender for Cloud. Building modular Infrastructure as Code frameworks (Terraform/Bicep) and designing CI/CD pipelines. Leading FinOps efforts, designing observability platforms, and architecting robust business continuity solutions. Packaging, deploying, and maintaining applications using Intune Managing escalated technical issues while remaining calm, professional, and client-focused Learning new technologies quickly and applying them in real-world scenarios Providing technical thought leadership in Modern Workplace, system integration, and automation Communicating complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Working independently while owning deliverables and collaborating effectively with team members Promoting the mission and shared values of the company Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have… 8+ years of hands-on experience architecting and delivering Azure solutions across networking, compute, storage, identity, and security.  Proven experience leading Azure migration programs—on-premises, cloud-to-cloud, or application modernization—including assessment, wave planning, cutover, and stabilization.  Proven delivery of enterprise Azure Landing Zones: management group design, Azure Policy, RBAC frameworks, and platform automation.  Solid IaC experience in Terraform and/or Bicep with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines.  Strong Azure networking fundamentals: hub-and-spoke or Virtual WAN, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway/WAF, Private Link, and ExpressRoute/VPN.  Microsoft Entra ID experience: Conditional Access, PIM, hybrid identity, and Zero Trust concepts.  Familiarity with Azure security services: Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Key Vault, and compliance frameworks.  AVD experience: host pool design, FSLogix profiles, Scaling Plans, and monitoring.  Proficiency in PowerShell and Azure CLI; Python is a plus.  Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills Strong client-facing skills, empathy, and the ability to guide clients through complex technical challenges Ability to work independently, take ownership, and translate goals into actionable outcomes Preferred qualifications include:  Experience with tenant-to-tenant Microsoft 365 migrations: Exchange Online, SharePoint/OneDrive, Teams, and Entra ID coexistence and cutover.  Microsoft 365 platform: Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint/OneDrive, Teams, and Purview.  Copilot readiness/governance, Copilot Studio development, and Microsoft Foundry experience.  AKS/Kubernetes and cloud data platform experience (SQL MI, Cosmos DB, Synapse Analytics, or Fabric).  Pre-sales and consulting delivery: scoping workshops, SOW authoring, and client relationship management.  Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)  Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)  Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) or Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)  Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)  Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)  Microsoft 365 Certified (e.g., Enterprise Administrator Expert) The Perks We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, flexibility, and long-term success. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, a health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with company match. You’ll also work alongside collaborative, driven teammates in a dynamic and growing professional services environment. HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

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Agile, autonomous, open, entrepreneurial

Sanya is passionate about tuning into clients’ needs and giving them the best technical solution that all-important competitive edge, whatever that might be. She believes HSO’s entrepreurial, transparent,  and flat structure, where decision-making is decentralized and communication channels are streamlined, is key for delivering that customer-first service. “HSO’s structure fosters a culture of empowerment, enabling people at all levels to contribute ideas, take ownership of projects, and collaborate effectively. Everyone takes responsibility. Everyone is reliable. And because that’s so empowering, you’re continually motivated to do more, learn more and go the extra mile. It’s really rewarding.”

At the same time, she values a culture where she is empowered to do well without negatively compromising her work life balance. “I work hard to achieve the very best for my clients and colleagues, but it’s been made crystal clear to me from the start that my health and family life is the priority.”

That culture of trust is really embedded into the organisation – and in such a warm and positive way.

Sanya Chhabra M365 Modern Workplace Architect

Always looking ahead…

Joining HSO’s growing Modern Workplace team is giving Sanya an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of global digital transformation journeys. And what about the future? It’s simple, if not necessarily easy. Sanya’s goal is to continue developing her skills and offering customers the best tailor-made cloud transformation solutions while growing her dynamic team. We’re looking forward to seeing you soar, Sanya!

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