Application Development Manager (D365 & Power Platform)

Pearson Carter; Greater London; Remote; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Application Development Manager for D365 & Power Platform projects. You will manage a team of 10 and oversee development tasks, with minimal travel required to offices in London or Newcastle. The role offers a competitive salary plus substantial benefits, including NHS Pension and flexible work options, making it an attractive opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers.

Benefits

NHS Pension with 14% employer contribution

£553 work-from-home allowance annually

Access to Blue Light discount card

Generous annual leave starting at 27 days

Flexible working options

Eye care expenses covered

Paid sickness/special leave

Qualifications

• Experience as a D365 & Power Platform Development Manager, Lead Developer, or Technical Lead.
• Proven track record of leading a team of developers.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee D365 and Power Platform projects.
• Line manage a team of 10 permanent employees.
• Handle stakeholder management and requirement gathering.

Skills

D365 & Power Platform Management

Team Leadership

Model-Driven and Canvas Apps

C# .NET

JavaScript

Azure Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Education

PL-400 certification

Tools

Power BI

Logic Apps

YAML pipelines

Job description

Application Development Manager (D365 & Power Platform)

Remote (Travel to London or Newcastle office less than once a month)

£52,737–£66,197 (Outside M25) / £58,409–£71,869 (Within M25) £7,500 RRA Benefits

Looking to move a contractor doing this role into a strategic position elsewhere? Reporting to Shuaib, Head of Engineering, this is a great opportunity to take ownership of D365 and Power Platform development within a large, complex organisation.

The Role

Manage and oversee D365 and Power Platform projects alongside business-as-usual activities. Line manage a team of 10 permanent employees. Play a key role in re-architecting the D365 CE application focused on services. Handle stakeholder management and requirement gathering. This role is primarily remote with minimal travel required to London or Newcastle offices.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as a D365 & Power Platform Development Manager, Lead Developer, or Technical Lead.
• Proven track record of leading a team of developers.
• Expertise in Model‑Driven and Canvas Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, C# .NET, and JavaScript coding.
• Strong knowledge of Azure including YAML pipelines and Logic Apps.
• Experience with Power BI and Service Bus is beneficial.
• PL‑400 certification is an advantage.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Why Join?

• Salary between £52,737 and £71,869 depending on location and experience, plus a £7,500 RRA.
• NHS Pension with 14% employer contribution.
• £553 work‑from‑home allowance annually.
• Access to Blue Light discount card for high‑street savings.
• 24/7 free employee assistance service.
• Discounts on supermarkets, electronics, gym vouchers, and more.
• Generous annual leave starting at 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 32.5 days after 5 years.
• Flexible working options and expenses allowance for home office furniture.
• Additional benefits include eye care expenses, paid sickness/special leave, and an annual flu vaccination voucher.

Interview Process

First stage informal interview, followed by a case study task and a panel interview.

Ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and rewarding environment? Send your CV to [e-mail] or call 0191 406 6111 to learn more.

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