D365 F&O Solution Architect

Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 months+
Location: hybrid, Windsor, 1 day per week on site
Pay: inside IR35, up to £600 p/day

Overview:
We are looking for a seasoned D365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect to shape and deliver end-to-end Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions. This is a hands-on, client-facing role that requires a strategic mindset and deep technical and business process knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:
- Engage directly with clients to understand needs and propose effective solutions.
- Design and guide architecture transition to industry-standard platforms.
- Lead workshops, define MVPs, and contribute to product and architecture roadmaps.
- Provide solution oversight from bid stage through to delivery.
- Support and mentor team members, sharing best practices.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment between technical delivery and business value.

Skills & Experience Required:
- 8+ years' experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O (or AX), with at least 4 end-to-end implementations.
- Strong technical foundation, with deep understanding of Finance, Manufacturing, Retail, or Supply Chain.
- Experience in D365 infrastructure, Azure deployments, integrations, and customisation strategies.
- Confident in engaging at executive level and managing client expectations.
- Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Energy sector experience is an advantage.

Additional Information:
- Individual contributor role (no direct reports).
- No budget or asset responsibilities.