D365 CE Solutions Architect - Manchester

Nigel Frank International; Ringway; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Microsoft Partner in the UK is seeking a Dynamics 365 CE Solutions Architect to help major organizations transform their business capabilities. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions and strong communication skills to engage clients effectively. This role offers a competitive salary up to £90k plus benefits, including private medical and life assurance.

Benefits

Private medical

Life assurance

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• Proven experience architecting and delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE / CRM solutions.
• Strong understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem including Power Platform, Azure, M365, and Active Directory.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand strategic goals and CRM needs.
• Develop Dynamics 365 CE solutions aligned with client objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end Dynamics implementations with a focus on quality.
• Contribute to thought leadership and solution innovation.

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE solutions

Microsoft ecosystem knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Advanced Dynamics 365 functional certification

Job description

Dynamics 365 CE Solutions Architect - Manchester

Join a fast-growing Microsoft Partner, helping major organisations and leading brands transform their core business capabilities. You'll collaborate with talented teams to design and deliver innovative CRM solutions powered by Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the wider Microsoft ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Discovery

• Engage with clients to understand strategic goals, challenges, and CRM needs.
• Capture detailed functional and non-functional requirements.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to shape solution approaches.
• Translate business needs into clear technical direction.

Design

• Develop Dynamics 365 CE solutions aligned with client objectives.
• Produce concise and relevant technical design documentation.
• Advise clients on CRM strategy, roadmap, and best practices.
• Ensure solution design integrates effectively across the Microsoft stack.

Delivery

• Oversee end-to-end Dynamics implementations with a focus on quality.
• Guide technical teams, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement and solution optimisation.
• Support testing, training, and go-live activities.

Thought Leadership & Collaboration

• Contribute to thought leadership and solution innovation.
• Support proposal development and pre-sales activities.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Promote an inclusive culture where all voices are heard and valued.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience architecting and delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE / CRM solutions.
• Strong understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem (Power Platform, Azure, M365, AD).
• Advanced Dynamics 365 functional certification (Sales, Customer Service, or Marketing).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts.

Benefits

• Starting salary - up to £90k plus package
• Private medical, life assurance and much more