Solution architect - d365

D365 Solution Architect

London / Manchester (Hybrid)

£80,700 - £103,000

Client Overview

A leading global consulting organisation operating across strategy, technology, and digital transformation, delivering large-scale transformation programmes across complex, regulated environments. The organisation is known for strong engineering capability, deep domain expertise, and a focus on end-to-end delivery across both public and private sector clients.

Role Overview

This is a D365 Solution Architect role focused on defining and delivering end-to-end solution architecture across Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform environments.

You will translate business requirements into scalable, governed technical solutions while maintaining alignment across functional and non-functional requirements. The role sits close to delivery, with direct responsibility for ensuring architectural integrity throughout the implementation lifecycle.

You will define solution roadmaps, establish architectural standards, and work closely with engineering teams to guide implementation and resolve technical challenges. A key part of the role involves engaging senior stakeholders to ensure solutions are aligned to business outcomes and delivery constraints.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing end-to-end solution architectures across D365 and Power Platform
• Producing HLDs, LLDs, technical options papers, and key design decisions
• Defining architectural standards, principles, and delivery guardrails
• Leading solution design governance and architecture assurance activities
• Working closely with engineering teams to support delivery and unblock issues
• Ensuring solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements
• Supporting Agile, SAFe, and hybrid delivery methodologies
• Engaging stakeholders to shape and validate technical solutions
• Contributing to architecture roadmaps and target-state designs

Ideal Background

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CE or F&O)
• Experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate)
• Strong understanding of Azure and cloud integration patterns
• Proven ability to design end-to-end enterprise solution architectures
• Working knowledge of TOGAF and SAFe frameworks
• Familiarity with UML, ArchiMate, and architecture tools such as Ardoq
• Background in delivery-focused architecture or engineering-led roles
• Strong stakeholder management across technical and business audiences
• Experience operating in Agile and hybrid delivery environments
• Strong focus on scalable, governed Microsoft solution design

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• Private healthcare for you and your family
• 25 days annual leave plus buy/sell options
• Pension scheme and flexible benefits package
• Access to structured learning, certifications, and training budgets
• Exposure to complex, large-scale transformation programmes
• Opportunity to work across multiple sectors and industries

Who Should Apply

Experienced D365 Solution Architects who operate close to delivery and are comfortable owning end-to-end solution design in complex enterprise environments. The role suits individuals who can translate business requirements into scalable Microsoft-based architectures, while working closely with engineering teams to ensure successful implementation. It will also appeal to those who are confident engaging senior stakeholders, maintaining architectural governance, and working across multi-stakeholder transformation programmes.